C6 recall
11-01-2004, 04:24 PM
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C6 recall
Safety Recall 04086
Certain 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette model vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe.
Also, on some 2005 Cadillac XLR and Chevrolet Corvette model (C6) vehicles, the crossover brake line to the right rear brake can come in contact with the rear differential case during severe driving maneuvers. If either of these conditions exists, rear brake function could be affected. There are approximately 5,200 U.S. vehicles involved in this recall.
http://money.cnn.com/2004/11/04/pf/a...ex.htm?cnn=yes<------------------
C6 Part at bottom of the pageHere is the proof, 4 days after I posted it. To all of you that emailed & sent PM's saying that I was full of sh@t and not to post any more, don’t worry. Next time I get anything I won’t bother. Most of you guys think your better then anyone who does not own a C6 The only reason I posted anything was because my friend has worked for GM in Detroit for 37 years!
Certain 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette model vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe.
Also, on some 2005 Cadillac XLR and Chevrolet Corvette model (C6) vehicles, the crossover brake line to the right rear brake can come in contact with the rear differential case during severe driving maneuvers. If either of these conditions exists, rear brake function could be affected. There are approximately 5,200 U.S. vehicles involved in this recall.
http://money.cnn.com/2004/11/04/pf/a...ex.htm?cnn=yes<------------------
C6 Part at bottom of the pageHere is the proof, 4 days after I posted it. To all of you that emailed & sent PM's saying that I was full of sh@t and not to post any more, don’t worry. Next time I get anything I won’t bother. Most of you guys think your better then anyone who does not own a C6 The only reason I posted anything was because my friend has worked for GM in Detroit for 37 years!
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11-01-2004, 04:26 PM
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This is a great forum thank you for the info even though I don't have my car yet its nice to know people like yourself give us that info because you don't always get that letter from Chevy.
11-01-2004, 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Hoyt Clagwell
Thanks - do you know the range of affected VIN numbers?
Sorry no I don't, let me call the person I got this from and see if he does!
11-01-2004, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by USA-VET
Safety Recall 04086
Certain 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette model vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe.
Also, on some 2005 Cadillac XLR and Chevrolet Corvette model (C6) vehicles, the crossover brake line to the right rear brake can come in contact with the rear differential case during severe driving maneuvers. If either of these conditions exists, rear brake function could be affected. There are approximately 5,200 U.S. vehicles involved in this recall.
Call your dealer and give then this recall number and they can check if it applies to you by your vin
Certain 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette model vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe.
Also, on some 2005 Cadillac XLR and Chevrolet Corvette model (C6) vehicles, the crossover brake line to the right rear brake can come in contact with the rear differential case during severe driving maneuvers. If either of these conditions exists, rear brake function could be affected. There are approximately 5,200 U.S. vehicles involved in this recall.
Call your dealer and give then this recall number and they can check if it applies to you by your vin
11-01-2004, 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by USA-VET
Safety Recall 04086
Certain 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette model vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe.
Also, on some 2005 Cadillac XLR and Chevrolet Corvette model (C6) vehicles, the crossover brake line to the right rear brake can come in contact with the rear differential case during severe driving maneuvers. If either of these conditions exists, rear brake function could be affected. There are approximately 5,200 U.S. vehicles involved in this recall.
Call your dealer and give then this recall number and they can check if it applies to you by your vin
Certain 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette model vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe.
Also, on some 2005 Cadillac XLR and Chevrolet Corvette model (C6) vehicles, the crossover brake line to the right rear brake can come in contact with the rear differential case during severe driving maneuvers. If either of these conditions exists, rear brake function could be affected. There are approximately 5,200 U.S. vehicles involved in this recall.
Call your dealer and give then this recall number and they can check if it applies to you by your vin
11-01-2004, 05:59 PM
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Originally Posted by USA-VET
Safety Recall 04086
Certain 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette model vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe.
Also, on some 2005 Cadillac XLR and Chevrolet Corvette model (C6) vehicles, the crossover brake line to the right rear brake can come in contact with the rear differential case during severe driving maneuvers. If either of these conditions exists, rear brake function could be affected. There are approximately 5,200 U.S. vehicles involved in this recall.
Call your dealer and give then this recall number and they can check if it applies to you by your vin
Certain 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette model vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe.
Also, on some 2005 Cadillac XLR and Chevrolet Corvette model (C6) vehicles, the crossover brake line to the right rear brake can come in contact with the rear differential case during severe driving maneuvers. If either of these conditions exists, rear brake function could be affected. There are approximately 5,200 U.S. vehicles involved in this recall.
Call your dealer and give then this recall number and they can check if it applies to you by your vin
11-01-2004, 06:19 PM
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So what's the fix for this in the associated TSB? Does Mr. Goodwrench just reach up and bend the lines with his hands to bend them away from these areas? 
I wouldn't be surprised if that's the only fix. 
Mike
I wouldn't be surprised if that's the only fix. Mike
11-01-2004, 06:27 PM
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Originally Posted by mikeyc6
So what's the fix for this in the associated TSB? Does Mr. Goodwrench just reach up and bend the lines with his hands to bend them away from these areas? I wouldn't be surprised if that's the only fix.
Mike
I wouldn't be surprised if that's the only fix. Mike
11-01-2004, 06:36 PM
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Originally Posted by mikeyc6
So what's the fix for this in the associated TSB? Does Mr. Goodwrench just reach up and bend the lines with his hands to bend them away from these areas? I wouldn't be surprised if that's the only fix.
Mike
I wouldn't be surprised if that's the only fix. Mike
Otherwise, if it's an easy DIY fix, maybe someone can post a pic...
Interesting how it affects both Caddys and Vettes. Being built on separate production lines it must be part-related and not installation-related.
11-01-2004, 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Hoyt Clagwell
Maybe some hanger bracket that keeps the lines at a safe distance is missing.
Otherwise, if it's an easy DIY fix, maybe someone can post a pic....
Otherwise, if it's an easy DIY fix, maybe someone can post a pic....
Every problem has a duct tape solution.
11-03-2004, 01:45 AM
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Burning Brakes
Keeping this string alive (obviously)... my car is running fantastic but sometimes under throttle there is a slight rubbing noise from I think the rear section or the drive train. Almost sounds like the rear tire rubbing ever so slightly.. since I am nervous it could be a brake line I jacked it up tonight. What a marvel under there! Anyway both brake rear lines seem clear all the way to the tunnel and free of moving parts.
