Vehicle recall 79V090000 · April 5, 1979
Chevrolet Citation, Oldsmobile Omega and 2 more models
There is a potential for interference between the clutch control cable and brake pipe in the master cylinder.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- There is a potential for interference between the clutch control cable and brake pipe in the master cylinder. This can result in rubbing contact when the clutch pedal is operated. Also, the brake pipe clearance to the transmission case may be inadequate. If this condition exists, it could eventually result in a failure in the brake pipe, causing loss of brake fluid and partial loss of braking action.
- Remedy
- The clutch cable routing will be revised to prevent contact with the master cylinder, without charge.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: power train; clutch assembly.consequences of defect: should a partial loss of braking action occur while thevehicle is in motion at a time when minimum stoping distance is required, anaccident would result.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 79V090000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 5, 1979
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Owner notification
- April 4, 1979
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4,382
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Buick Skylark (1980): 1980
- Chevrolet Citation (1980): 1980
- Oldsmobile Omega (1980): 1980
- Pontiac Phoenix (1980): 1980
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