INCORRECT SIZE MASTER CYLINDER INSTALLED WILL PROVIDE LESS LINE PRESSURE TO WHEEL CYLINDERS FOR A GIVEN
— Recall Campaign #90V100000
INCORRECT SIZE MASTER CYLINDER INSTALLED WILL PROVIDE LESS LINE PRESSURE TO WHEEL CYLINDERS FOR A GIVEN PEDAL PRESSURE.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 365 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
90V100000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 24, 1990 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 90V100000 |
| Units affected: | 365 |
- Description:
- INCORRECT SIZE MASTER CYLINDER INSTALLED WILL PROVIDE LESS LINE PRESSURE TO WHEEL CYLINDERS FOR A GIVEN PEDAL PRESSURE.
- Consequeces:
- THIS COULD RESULT IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES ORINCREASED PEDAL PRESSURE REQUIRED FOR A GIVEN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH COULDCAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
- Corrective action:
- INSTALL THE CORRECT 1.75 INCH MASTER CYLINDER.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: HYDROMAX POWER BRAKE ASSEMBLIES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS.