Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 89V-173 · Chevrolet and GMC vehicles
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall 89V-173 covers 82 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles for a foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on October 16, 1989.
Source: NHTSA recall 89V173000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
The risk
THIS WOULD EVENTUALLY CAUSE FAILURE OF THE FRONTHYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM, INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH COULD RESULT IN ANACCIDENT.
The fix
MODIFY FENDER SKIRT SPLASH SHIELD AND REPLACE BRAKE HOSE ON BOTH SIDES.
SYSTEM: FRONT BRAKE HOSES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS.DESCRIPTION OF DEFECTS: THE FENDER SKIRT SPLASH SHIELDS MAY CONTACT THE FRONTBRAKE HOSES CAUSING WEAR ON THE HOSES.
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 January 1, 1987 to January 1, 1987. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.