BRAKE PARTS GM AC DELCO 18M870; BRAKE PARTS RAYBESTOS MC390565; BRAKE PARTS NAPA 390565; BRAKE PARTS CARQUEST E151557
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Brake Parts Inc. is recalling certain Hydro-Max brake master cylinders sold under the brand names Raybestos (part number MC390565), NAPA (390565), Carquest (E151557), and GM AC Delco (18M870). These cylinders have a 2.0 inch bore and 84 cubic inch reservoir with a brake fluid level indicator switch. The cylinders were manufactured between July 1, 2011 and April 12, 2012. The brake fluid level indicator may fail to properly detect low brake fluid levels and warn the driver.
If the brake system develops an external leak, brake fluid may drop below the level that the indicator can detect, leaving the driver unaware of the problem. Low brake fluid levels can reduce braking force, potentially lengthening stopping distances and increasing crash risk. To remedy this issue, BPI will notify customers and replace the fluid level indicator switch at no charge. Affected consumers should contact Brake Parts Inc. at 1-815-363-9000 to arrange for the replacement.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
If the brake system develops an external leak, it may result in a loss of brake fluid below the detection level of the fluid indicator switch. Without a warning, the driver may be unaware that the brake fluid level is low. A low brake fluid level may reduce the available braking force which could lengthen the required stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
BPI will notify customers and replace the fluid level indicator switch free of charge. The recall began in June 2013. Owners may contact BPI at 1-815-363-9000.
Brake Parts Inc. (BPI) is recalling certain Hydro-Max brake master cylinders branded as Raybestos p/n MC390565, NAPA p/n 390565, Carquest p/n E151557, and GM AC Delco p/n 18M870. These cylinders contain a 2.0 inch bore and 84 cubic inch reservoir equipped with a brake fluid level indicator switch and without a differential pressure switch, manufactured between July 1, 2011 and April 12, 2012. The brake fluid level indicator (FLI) may not properly detect a low brake fluid level situation and warn the driver.
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