1983 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS Recalls (2)

Campaign:

83V105000 on 10/20/1983

Component:

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:differential proportional valve

Manufactured:

09/30/1982 - 04/30/1983

Affected:

352,036

Defect:

The brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. this would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.

Correction:

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; brake proportioner valves.consequences of defect: since this is a dual brake system, part of the systemwill still work and allow the vehicle to be stopped, but over a greaterdistance. partial loss of the braking system at a time when minimum stoppingdistance is required could result in a vehicle accident without prior warning.

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Campaign:

83V106000 on 10/20/1983

Component:

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Manufactured:

07/31/1982 - 05/31/1983

Affected:

4,667

Defect:

The master cylinder rear brake pipe, which carries brake fluid to the rear brakes, may develop a leak due to extended chafing on the air cleaner resonator bracket.

Correction:

If upon inspection the dealer finds that there is inadequate clearance, the pipe will be reformed to obtain the necessary three quarter inch space. only those pipes showing signs of wear will be replaced.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks equipped with 5.7liter diesel engines.system: service brakes; master cylinder, rear brake pipe.consequences of defect: brake fluid leakage will result in loss of brakingaction at the rear wheels. loss of vehicle control and an accident couldresult, particularly in situations where minimum stopping distance is required.

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