Superlift Suspension Systems | NHTSA Recall #96E039000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96E039000 by Superlift Suspension Systems. Includes 363 affected units, SUPERLIFT/BRAKE HOSES, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Equipment description: braided steel brake lines included with lki enterprises, inc. "superlift suspensions" brake 4" to 6" lift system. these brake lines are intended for application on 1988 and newer chevrolet, gmc and other gm light duty trucks, blazers, suburbans, tahoes, yukons and vehicles having a gvwr of 7300 lbs. Or less. improper routing of the replacement brake hoses can result in the installer refers only to the illustration accompanying the written instructions. routing the replacement brake hoses under instead of over the upper control arm can cause the brake hose to contact the upper control arm as the suspension extends.

Corrective Action

These brake lines will need to be routed over the upper control arm.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 96E039000
Manufacturer: Superlift Suspension Systems
Report Received Date: 1996-11-22T00:00:00
Subject: Superlift/brake hoses
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 363

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Equipment description: braided steel brake lines included with lki enterprises, inc. "superlift suspensions" brake 4" to 6" lift system. these brake lines are intended for application on 1988 and newer chevrolet, gmc and other gm light duty trucks, blazers, suburbans, tahoes, yukons and vehicles having a gvwr of 7300 lbs. Or less. improper routing of the replacement brake hoses can result in the installer refers only to the illustration accompanying the written instructions. routing the replacement brake hoses under instead of over the upper control arm can cause the brake hose to contact the upper control arm as the suspension extends.
Consequence Summary: Repeated contact between the brake hoses and upper control line abrades the brake hoses and can eventually cause leaks and/or failure of the brake hose. a leaking or failed brake hose reduced braking effective ness and can cause the vehicle to "pull" to one side or the other during braking.
Corrective Action: These brake lines will need to be routed over the upper control arm.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-5bdr~fr77~t4s2
NHTSA ID: 96E039000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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