NHTSA recall 03V331000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Pontiac Grand Prix
Reported Sep 12, 200359,528 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Maker’s number 03045Built Oct 1, 2002 – Aug 20, 2003
The defect
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car braking systems." on some of these vehicles, the right rear brake hose fitting may not be tightened properly, and a brake fluid leak could occur.
The risk
If enough fluid leaks, the brake pedal will be lower than normal, and stopping distances will be longer. if this occurs when stopping distance IS limited, a crash could occur.
The remedy
Dealers will tighten the right rear brake hose fitting to the proper torque specification, and add brake fluid if necessary. owner notification began august 28, 2003. owners should contact pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.