1976 CHEVROLET F90 Recall

Campaign:

78V148000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module

Manufactured:

02/28/1975 - 04/30/1976

Affected:

1,343

Defect:

Some anti-lock controllers contain electronic components which were not made to specifications. in the event these controllers develop a failure of another internal electric component, the combination of defects may cause the anti-lock valve solenoid (a coiled current conducting wire) to be continuously energized, preventing application of the brakes on the axle involved. however, the anti-lock braking system performance on the remainder of the vehicle is not affected and the driver warning light is not actuated.

Correction:

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install new controllers without charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with air brakes.system: service brakes; anti-lock.consequences of defect: vehicle stopping distances wll be increased and avehicle accident could occur without prior warning.

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