Recall 80V-074: 1980 Columbia Commuter, 1980 Columbia Imperial and 2 more

COLUMBIA MFG. CO. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jun 17, 1980, covering about 5,376 vehicles.

NHTSA number
80V-074
Report date
Jun 17, 1980
Vehicles affected
5,376
Owners notified
Jun 9, 1980

The problem

Vehicles may not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems", which requires that each of the mopeds be equipped with two independently activated service brake systems. On the involved vehicles, the steel brake drum may have been left out of either the front or rear wheel hub.

The fix

Dealer will inspect and, if a brake drum is missing, will replace the entire wheel assembly without charge.

Notes

Vehicle description: mopeds.system: service brakes; brake drum.consequences of defect: omission of a brake drum will result in a complete lackof braking capability in either the front or rear brake systems. Loss ofvehicle control and an accident could occur.note: owner may check the vehicle by squeezing the brake levers. If the levercomes into contact with the handle bar grip, a brake drum may be missing andmoped should be repaired before further operation.

Recall details

ManufacturerCOLUMBIA MFG. CO.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Drum
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number80V074000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Columbia Commuter1980All years
Columbia Imperial1980All years
Columbia Open Road1980All years
Columbia Western Flyer1980All 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 80V-074?

Vehicles may not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems", which requires that each of the mopeds be equipped with two independently activated service brake systems. On the involved vehicles, the steel brake drum may have been left out of either the front or rear wheel hub.

How is recall 80V-074 fixed?

Dealer will inspect and, if a brake drum is missing, will replace the entire wheel assembly without charge.

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.