NHTSA Recall 91V055000: Conventional (parking brake)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 179,036 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chevrolet Camaro.
| NHTSA campaign | 91V055000 |
|---|---|
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › CONVENTIONAL |
| Report received | April 11, 1991 |
| Owner notification | July 1, 1991 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Parking brake adjuster fails to operate and do not work after brake pad wear.
Safety risk
Parking brakes will not completely hold a parked vehiclewhen parked on a slope, causing unintended vehicle rollaway which could resultin a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Replace nonfunctioning parking brake adjusters.
Notes
System: parking brake.vehicle description: passenger cars; firebirds and camaros with manualtransmissions and rear disk brakes and fieros with manual transmissions.
Vehicles covered by recall 91V055000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Camaro | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986 |
| Pontiac Fiero | 1984, 1985, 1986 |
| Pontiac Firebird | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986 |
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.