Plymouth Mb400 1973

Model Mb400 made in 1973 by Plymouth got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic .

Model 1973

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER
80V073000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 07/01/1972 to 01/01/1977V (Vehicle)35000009/10/1980ODICHRYSLER GROUP LLC06/11/198007/29/1980
Defect SummaryDue to a combination of disc brake pad wear and turn stop wear on certain vehicles, there may be an increase in brake pedal travel and a reduction in front braking effectiveness following a full turn. also, a frame crack could develop and could extend through all or most of the rail section.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryUpon inspection dealer will replace either the left or right turn stop bracket to correct the front brakes. if frame is cracked it will be welded and a rod reinforcement will be installed over the cracked area.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks.system: service brakes; front wheel disc brakes, structure; front frame railextension.consequences of defect: the reduction in front wheel braking effectivenesscould result in a vehicle accident in situations which require minimum stoppingdistance. if an extensive crack develops in the frame rail, increased steeringsystem play and difficulty in handling of vehicle could also lead to anaccident.note: a crack in the frame may be accompanied by a metallic rattling noise asthe two edges scrape against each other.