Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V085000 Reported July 2, 1985

Brakes:air systems:lines:hose:non-metallic

General Motors, Llc · Service Brakes, Air · 624 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
85V085000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
624
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 2, 1985

Defect Summary

The front air brake hose may contact the inner fender on the left and/or right sides of some trucks. In some instances, the brake hose may rub through, resulting in a loss of air pressure upon brake application. consequence of defect: brake hose may rub through causing air pressure loss when brakes are applied and reduced braking ability. A reduction of braking ability at a time when minimum stopping distance is required could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Install new brake chamber support brackets, brake line elbows, and air brake hoses, as necessary.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 85V085000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 85V085000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 85V085000?

NHTSA recall 85V085000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on July 2, 1985. It addresses: Brakes:air systems:lines:hose:non-metallic. The recall affects approximately 624 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V085000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.