Recall 78V-098: 1977–1978 GMC DF9500

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 1978, covering about 59 vehicles.

NHTSA number
78V-098
Report date
May 3, 1978
Vehicles affected
59
Owners notified
Apr 26, 1978

The problem

These vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". These vehicles were built with an incorrect resistor board in the eaton controller on the wheel lock control valve.

The fix

Dealer will remove the incorrect resistor board and install the correct one, without charge to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with eaton anti-lock systems.system: service brakes; anti-lock systems.consequences of defect: this incorrect resistor board could cause the wheellock control system to become inoperative at speeds over 35 MPH. In the eventwheel lock-up does occur, loss of vehicle control and an accident could result.note: this condition would be signaled to the driver by illumination of theyellow wheel lock control light.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Antilock › Control Unit/Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number78V098000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
GMC DF95001977, 1978All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 78V-098?

These vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". These vehicles were built with an incorrect resistor board in the eaton controller on the wheel lock control valve.

How is recall 78V-098 fixed?

Dealer will remove the incorrect resistor board and install the correct one, without charge to owner.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.