Vehicle recall 85V085000 · July 2, 1985
Chevrolet C6, GMC C6 and 2 more models
The front air brake hose may contact the inner fender on the left and/or right sides of some trucks.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The front air brake hose may contact the inner fender on the left and/or right sides of some trucks. In some instances, the brake hose may rub through, resulting in a loss of air pressure upon brake application. Consequence of defect: brake hose may rub through causing air pressure loss when brakes are applied and reduced braking ability. A reduction of braking ability at a time when minimum stopping distance is required could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Install new brake chamber support brackets, brake line elbows, and air brake hoses, as necessary.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with tilt hoods, 7000# front axle and air brakes.system: front brake hose.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 85V085000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 2, 1985
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 624
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
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