1983 Chevrolet C7
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1983 Chevrolet C7. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1983 Chevrolet C7. Newest first.
The front air brake hose may contact the inner fender on the left and/or right sides of some trucks. In some instances, the brake hose may rub through, resulting in a loss of air pressure upon brake application. consequence of defect: brake hose may rub through causing…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Install new brake chamber support brackets, brake line elbows, and air brake hoses, as necessary.
The dual air reservoirs of some trucks were equipped with carbon steel springs instead of stainless steel springs, as intended. The carbon steel spring IS more susceptible to rusting than the stainless steel spring. This rusting could cause the check valve to fail, causing total loss of front and rear brakes.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The air tank will be inspected and, if necessary, the air valve will be replaced with one containing a stainless steel spring.
Every Chevrolet C7 model year
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