Recall 85V124000: 1983–1985 Chevrolet Astro

Report received

Oct 7, 1985

Manufacturer

General motors corp.

Potentially affected

4,870vehicles

Model years

1983–1985

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The rear brake release time may be greater than the time specified in fmvss 121, "air brake system". In addition, some tractors may have warped parking brake apply springs which also effect the rear brake release time. Consequence of defect: tractors fail to meet the stopping distance specified in fmvss 121 which is required to stop the truck safely.

Remedy

Install a quick release valve in the trailer service air line and increase the diameter of the rear service brake line. Also inspect rear spring brake chamber and release if necessary.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1983 Chevrolet Astro0 complaints
• 1984 Chevrolet Astro1 complaints
• 1985 Chevrolet Astro5 complaints