Recall 86V-015: 1985 Chevrolet B6P, 1985–1986 Chevrolet C60 and 5 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Jan 4, 1986, covering about 4,967 vehicles.

NHTSA number
86V-015
Report date
Jan 4, 1986
Vehicles affected
4,967
Owners notified
Mar 14, 1986

The problem

The parking brake actuating lever cam may contain a quench crack which can widen, reducing the holding capability of the parking brakes. Consequence of defect: the reduced holding capability of the parking brake could allow an unattended truck to roll away uncontrolled, which may lead to an accident.

The fix

Install a new actuation lever.

Notes

System: parking brake.vehicle description: medium-duty trucks equipped with a transmission mountedinternal expanding type 9" x 3" parking brake.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentParking Brake › Indicator Light
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number86V015000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet B6P1985All years
Chevrolet C601985, 1986All years
Chevrolet C701985, 1986All years
GMC B6P1985All years
GMC C651985All years
GMC C751985, 1986All years
GMC P6T1985All 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 86V-015?

The parking brake actuating lever cam may contain a quench crack which can widen, reducing the holding capability of the parking brakes. Consequence of defect: the reduced holding capability of the parking brake could allow an unattended truck to roll away uncontrolled, which may lead to an accident.

How is recall 86V-015 fixed?

Install a new actuation lever.

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.