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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17E030000

Wilwood 7/8" Tandem Master Cylind — Service brakes

Published June 22, 2017 · Recall initiated: June 21, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17E030000, published June 22, 2017 and initiated June 21, 2017. Recalling firm: Wilwood Engineering; Wilwood 7/8" Tandem Master Cylind — Service brakes.

What's the hazard

Wilwood Engineering (Wilwood) is recalling certain 7/8" Tandem Master Cylinder brakes, part numbers 260-9439, 260-12900, 261-13271 (with proportioning valve) and 261-13272 (with proportioning valve). The brake master cylinder seal in the front brake circuit may deform, resulting in a loss of braking in the front circuit.

What to do

Wilwood will notify owners and will replace the piston and piston seal assemblies or exchange the master cylinders for rebuilt ones, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact Wilwood at 1-805-384-2270 or customercare@wilwood.com. Wilwood's number for the recall is R17-01MC.

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Recall details

Brand
WILWOOD
Model
7/8" TANDEM MASTER CYLIND
Manufacturer
Wilwood Engineering
Lot
WILWOOD 7/8" TANDEM MASTER CYLIND
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Wilwood 7/8" Tandem Master Cylind — Service brakes recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17E030000 on June 22, 2017. Reported hazard: Wilwood Engineering (Wilwood) is recalling certain 7/8" Tandem Master Cylinder brakes, part numbers 260-9439, 260-12900, 261-13271 (with proportioning valve) and 261-13272 (with proportioning valve). The brake master cylinder seal in the front brake circuit may deform, resulting in a loss of braking in the front circuit.

What should I do if I have this product?

Wilwood will notify owners and will replace the piston and piston seal assemblies or exchange the master cylinders for rebuilt ones, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact Wilwood at 1-805-384-2270 or customercare@wilwood.com. Wilwood's number for the recall is R17-01MC.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WILWOOD. Model: 7/8" TANDEM MASTER CYLIND.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)