Vehicle recall 86V120000 · August 26, 1986

1986 Chevrolet Corvette

Severe and unusual braking conditions may cause damage to the brake master cylinder center valve.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Severe and unusual braking conditions may cause damage to the brake master cylinder center valve. Consequence of defect: if sufficient damage occurs, loss of front brakes may occur with increased pedal travel and reduced braking ability. The reduction of braking ability at a time when minimum stopping distance is required could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy: New master cylinder center valve and related parts will be installed.
Notes: System: brakes/master cylinder. Vehicle description: passenger cars.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 86V120000
Reported to NHTSA: August 26, 1986
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: September 20, 1986
Vehicles potentially affected: 18,223
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder

Recall 86V120000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Chevrolet Corvette (1986): 1986

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