Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 85V-109 · 1985 Isuzu Impulse
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED recall 85V-109 covers 5,300 1985 Isuzu Impulse for a foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on September 19, 1985.
Source: NHTSA recall 85V109000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE LINE AT THE REAR AXLE AND FUEL TANK RETAINING BAND IS NOT WIDE ENOUGH AND ALLOWS THE LINE TO CONTACT THE BAND DURING SEVERE OPERATING CONDITIONS. CONTINUED CONTACT MAY CAUSE THE DAMAGED BRAKE LINE TO RESTRICT THE FLOW OF BRAKE FLUID, OR RUPTURE, RESULTING IN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID OR RESTRICTION OF BRAKE FLUID FLOW RESULTS IN LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY OF REAR WHEEL WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
The fix
REPLACE BRAKE LINE AND REROUTE TO ELIMINATE CONTACT.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: BRAKE LINE.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 1, 1985 to July 1, 1985. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.