Saab Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #05V236000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V236000 by Saab Cars Usa, Inc.. Includes 68,654 affected units, BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM PIPE CHECK VALVE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain sport sedan and convertible passenger vehicles were produced with a vacuum pipe check valve for the brake booster that may fail from exposure to elevated temperatures. this could result in sudden loss of power brake assist, usually with little or no warning.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a new redesigned check valve. the recall began on march 17, 2006. owners should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V236000

Manufacturer: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2005-05-19T00:00:00

Subject: Brake booster vacuum pipe check valve

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 68,654

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 15019 / 05057

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain sport sedan and convertible passenger vehicles were produced with a vacuum pipe check valve for the brake booster that may fail from exposure to elevated temperatures. this could result in sudden loss of power brake assist, usually with little or no warning.

Consequence Summary: If this condition were to occur when minimum stopping distance is required, a crash could occur.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a new redesigned check valve. the recall began on march 17, 2006. owners should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-d457_gjtr~dd7y

NHTSA ID: 05V236000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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