NHTSA recall 86E018000 · Equipment
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylinders
Reported Jun 16, 19862,602 vehicles affectedECHLIN INC.Built Apr 1, 1984 – Aug 1, 1985
The defect
The brake wheel cylinder assembly experiences piston failure as a result of the composition of the material and causes the piston center link to be driven through the piston component. consequence of defect: the piston failure will result in loss of hydraulic line pressure and a complete loss of the vehicle's braking ability.
The remedy
Vehicles will be inspected and repaired where necessary.