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Recall 83V-105: 1983 Buick Century, 1983 Buick Skyhawk and 12 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Oct 13, 1983, covering about 352,036 vehicles.

NHTSA number
83V-105
Report date
Oct 13, 1983
Vehicles affected
352,036
Owners notified
Oct 20, 1983

The problem

The brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. This would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.

The fix

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; brake proportioner valves.consequences of defect: since this is a dual brake system, part of the systemwill still work and allow the vehicle to be stopped, but over a greaterdistance. Partial loss of the braking system at a time when minimum stoppingdistance is required could result in a vehicle accident without prior warning.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Differential Proportional Valve
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number83V105000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Century1983All years
Buick Skyhawk1983All years
Buick Skylark1983All years
Cadillac Cimarron1983All years
Chevrolet Cavalier1983All years
Chevrolet Celebrity1983All years
Chevrolet Citation1983All years
Oldsmobile Ciera1983All years
Oldsmobile Cutlass1983All years
Oldsmobile Firenza1983All years
Oldsmobile Omega1983All years
Pontiac 60001983All years
Pontiac J20001983All years
Pontiac Phoenix1983All 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 83V-105?

The brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. This would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.

How is recall 83V-105 fixed?

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.

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.