Emergency parking brake:mechanical:driveline type:
Defect Summary
Parking brakes on the involved vehicles may not release or release completely. This could lead to abnormal heating of the rockwell parking brake drum during vehicle operation. This may cause burning or thermal cracking of the drum surface. The weakened drum then becomes subject to failure under the centrifugal forces of the propshaft rotation which pull the drum outwards when it is rotating rapidly around the propshaft center.
Corrective Action
The dealer will replace the existing brake drum with rockwell part #3219-h-4350, without charge to owner.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Grumman Flxible Corp. or involving Parking Brake.
FAQ: Recall 79V182000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 79V182000?
NHTSA recall 79V182000 was issued by Grumman Flxible Corp. on August 3, 1979. It addresses: Emergency parking brake:mechanical:driveline type:. The recall affects approximately 368 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Grumman Flxible Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V182000 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.