The problem
The parking brake reinforcement bracket location can interfere and abrade the chassis wiring harness, causing actuation of the parking brake mechanism.
The risk
The contact and abrasion damages the insulation ofthe harness and can cause the actuation of the parking brake mechanism. Actuation of the parking brake mechanism while the vehicle is moving can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will relocate the parking brake reinforcement bracket to a position where it cannot interfere with the chassis wiring harness.
Contacts
System: emergency parking brake; mechanical. Vehicle description: walk-in vans built on chevrolet p-30 chassis and sold to frito-lay, inc. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact utilimaster at 1-800-237-7806. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Utilimaster dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 95V044000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.