NHTSA recall 85V099000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Audi 4000 and 4 more
Reported Jul 30, 1985105,000 vehicles affectedVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCBuilt Mar 1, 1983 – May 1, 1984
The defect
Under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident.
The remedy
Replace brake hoses as necessary.