NHTSA recall 85V053000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Differential proportional valve
Dodge Caravan and 2 more
Reported May 1, 1985264,000 vehicles affectedCHRYSLER CORPORATIONBuilt Oct 1, 1983 – Feb 1, 1985
The defect
Roadway stones may become lodged in the height sensing brake proportioning valve. This may cause the proportioning valve to fail. consequence of defect: proportioning valve malfunction results in increased stopping distances during hard braking with a light load and may cause an accident.
The remedy
Clear proportioning valve of stones and install a protective cover to prevent stones from entering.