NHTSA Recall 69V039000: Master cylinder (service brakes)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 163,493 vehicles. It affects 11 models including the Chevrolet C40.
| NHTSA campaign | 69V039000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER |
| Report received | April 8, 1969 |
| Owner notification | April 2, 1969 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Not provided.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Not provided.
Notes
Possibility that seal on piston in master brake cylinder may, after extendedusage, allow brake fluid to pass seal permitting brake pedal to be pushed tofloor in a slow gradual stop or upon the first ap- plication of brakes aftervehicle has been standing for a period of time.is also a possibility thatinner liner of vacuum hose which connects to brake vacuum booster may collapse,causing loss of power brake assist.(correct by installing new parts in brakemaster cylinder and modifying vacuum hose rout- ing.)
Vehicles covered by recall 69V039000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet C40 | 1967, 1968 |
| Chevrolet C50 | 1967, 1968 |
| Chevrolet C60 | 1967, 1968 |
| Chevrolet S40 | 1967, 1968 |
| Chevrolet S50 | 1967, 1968 |
| Chevrolet S60 | 1967, 1968 |
| GMC E4500 | 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| GMC E5500 | 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| GMC E6500 | 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| GMC S5500 | 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| GMC S6500 | 1967, 1968, 1969 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.