Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum wheel cylinders
Defect Summary
The involved cylinders contain the wrong sized rubber sealing cup. The oversized cup may crinkle within the smaller bore, causing loss of brake fluid. Half of the braking system could fail. Also, the oversized cup may prevent proper piston functioning, thereby preventing shoe return which would preclude adjuster operation.
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the affected cylinders free of charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Wagner or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 78E029000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 78E029000?
NHTSA recall 78E029000 was issued by Wagner on December 4, 1978. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum wheel cylinders. The recall affects approximately 2,600 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Wagner dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78E029000 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.