Recall 86V-064: 1986 Grumman Kurbmaster

GRUMMAN ALLIED IND., INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on May 19, 1986, covering about 65 vehicles.

NHTSA number
86V-064
Report date
May 19, 1986
Vehicles affected
65
Owners notified
Aug 25, 1986

The problem

A support that connects the body to the chassis lies against the brake line that connects the master cylinder to the brake warning switch. Continued vibrations may cause the brake lines to wear through and result in loss of hydraulic fluid. Consequence of defect: loss of hydraulic fluid results in complete loss of brakes, which could lead to an accident.

The fix

Reroute and/or replace brake lines and support to avoid contact.

Notes

System: brakes lines/body to chassis support. Vehicle description: grumman kurbmaster bodies installed on general motors p-60 chassis equipped with hydraulic brakes.

Recall details

ManufacturerGRUMMAN ALLIED IND., INC.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number86V064000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Grumman Kurbmaster1986All 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-064?

A support that connects the body to the chassis lies against the brake line that connects the master cylinder to the brake warning switch. Continued vibrations may cause the brake lines to wear through and result in loss of hydraulic fluid. Consequence of defect: loss of hydraulic fluid results in complete loss of brakes, which could lead to an accident.

How is recall 86V-064 fixed?

Reroute and/or replace brake lines and support to avoid contact.

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.