Safety Recall NHTSA · 77V145000 Reported September 15, 1977

Brakes:interconnecting assembly (wiring:connecting

General Motors, Llc · Service Brakes, Air · 185 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
77V145000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
185
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 15, 1977

Defect Summary

The involved vehicles may not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". The trailer brake control air line was connected to the front brake double check valve rather than the stop lamp switch double check valve, such that in the event of a failure of the truck front brake system the trailer brakes cannot be applied using the service brake control (treadle valve).

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect and connect the brake control air line to the proper valve, without charge to owner.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 77V145000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 77V145000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 77V145000?

NHTSA recall 77V145000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 15, 1977. It addresses: Brakes:interconnecting assembly (wiring:connecting. The recall affects approximately 185 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 77V145000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.