Defect Description For Recall
The Brake Rubber Flex Hose That Connects The Tag Axle Brake System To The Drive Axle Brake System May Come In Contact With The Exhaust Pipe. Consequence Of Defect: The Hose May Melt Causing A Loss Of Brake Fluid And Partial Brake Failure, Which May Lead To An Accident.
Make Of Vehicle
ELDORADO
Model Of Vehicle
370 ATA
Year
1986
Recall Campaign Number
86V001000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Assure That The Brake Line Tab Attached To The Crossmember Frame Is 14 1/2 Inches From The Passenger Side Of The Frame. Remove And Replace Tab If Necessary.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Eldorado Motor Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19850301
End Of Manufacture
19851101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
38
Date Owners Notified
19851226
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Eldorado Tire Company
Date Report Received
19861203