Key Takeaway

BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:LINES:METALLIC by COLLINS INDUSTRIES,INC. was recalled on November 13, 1985. What to do: REROUTE BRAKE LINES TO AVOID CONTACT WITH STEPWELL OR CHANGE DESIGN TO ALLOW CLEARANCE.

NHTSA Ongoing

BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:LINES:METALLIC

Recalled: November 13, 1985 ~31 units affected 85V144

Description

THE REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE ON THE VEHICLE'S RIGHT SIDE MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH THE SUPPORTING STRUCTURE OF THE STEPWELL. THE CLEARENCE BETWEEN THE STEPWELL AND THE BRAKE LINE MOUNTED ON THE FRAMERAIL IS NOT SUFFICIENT. IF THE STEPWELL WERE TO TOUCH THE BRAKE LINE, DAMAGE TO THE BRAKE LINE COULD RESULT WITH THE PASSAGE OF TIME. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE WERE TO BE CRIMPED, RESPONSE OF THE REAR BREAKS WOULD BE SLOWED DOWN, THUS AFFECTING STOPPING TIMES. IF THE REAR HYDRAULIC LINE WAS TO BE SPLIT OPEN, LOSS OF FLUID WOULD RESULT AND PERFORMANCE OF THE ENTIRE BRAKING SYSTEM WOULD BE DEGRADED. OPERATION OF A VEHICLE WITH DAMAGED BRAKE LINES COULD LEAD TO SITUATIONS WHERE, IN PANIC STOP, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT. THIS COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

Remedy

REROUTE BRAKE LINES TO AVOID CONTACT WITH STEPWELL OR CHANGE DESIGN TO ALLOW CLEARANCE.

Products Affected

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Vehicles

Related Recalls

NHTSA

EQUIPMENT:SPEED CONTROL

June 25, 1986

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recall still active?

Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.

How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: REROUTE BRAKE LINES TO AVOID CONTACT WITH STEPWELL OR CHANGE DESIGN TO ALLOW CLEARANCE.

Where can I find the original recall notice?

This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.

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