Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 86V-064 · 1986 Grumman Kurbmaster
GRUMMAN ALLIED IND., INC. recall 86V-064 covers 65 1986 Grumman Kurbmaster for a foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on May 19, 1986.
Source: NHTSA recall 86V064000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
A SUPPORT THAT CONNECTS THE BODY TO THE CHASSIS LIES AGAINST THE BRAKE LINE THAT CONNECTS THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE BRAKE WARNING SWITCH. CONTINUED VIBRATIONS MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LINES TO WEAR THROUGH AND RESULT IN LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID RESULTS IN COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES, WHICH COULD LEAD TO AN ACCIDENT.
The fix
REROUTE AND/OR REPLACE BRAKE LINES AND SUPPORT TO AVOID CONTACT.
SYSTEM: BRAKES LINES/BODY TO CHASSIS SUPPORT. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: GRUMMAN KURBMASTER BODIES INSTALLED ON GENERAL MOTORS P-60 CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH HYDRAULIC BRAKES.
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 November 1, 1985 to May 1, 1986. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.