Vehicle recall 90V019000 · February 9, 1990

1989-1990 Laforza Laforza

Improperly machined brake pedal to push rod pivot bolts have a tendency to work themselves loose from the retaining nut, which could lead to brake failure.

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

Summary: Improperly machined brake pedal to push rod pivot bolts have a tendency to work themselves loose from the retaining nut, which could lead to brake failure.
Consequence: If the nut worked itself loose, pivot bolt would fall out, leaving the brake pedal assembly detached from the brake booster reaction rod, which would disable the hydraulic brake system and lead to an accident.
Remedy: Replace pivot bolt and nut with upgraded bolt and nut lock.
Notes: System: brakes; pedal push rod bolts.vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 90V019000
Reported to NHTSA: February 9, 1990
Filed by: LAFORZA AUTOMOBILES, INC.
Owner notification: February 14, 1990
Vehicles potentially affected: 268
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages

Recall 90V019000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Laforza Laforza (1989-1990): 1990, 1989

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