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Jeep Grand Wagoneer Recall 85V140: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Fluid

NHTSA campaign 85V140, reported October 29, 1985, 230 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 85V140CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Problem
CERTAIN OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH CONTAMINATED BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT THE ENTIRE BRAKING SYSTEM WHERE COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE CAN OCCUR WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
Risk
Remedy
FLUSH AND REFILL BRAKE SYSTEM WITH NEW HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID.
Notes
SYSTEM: BRAKE FLUID. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: JEEPS AND TRUCKS.

Affected vehicles

Jeep Grand Wagoneer1986
Jeep J101986
Jeep J201986