Safety Recall NHTSA · 84V052000 Reported April 23, 1984

Power train:clutch assembly:linkage:flexible

General Motors, Llc · Power Train · 357 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
84V052000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
357
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 23, 1984

Defect Summary

The vehicles were assembled without the retaining clip which is needed to keep the clutch cable from contacting the master cylinder brake pipe. Over an extended time, the clutch cable could rub through the master cylinder brake pipe, resulting in a brake fluid leak and loss of front brakes.

Corrective Action

The missing clutch cable clip will be installed and the brake pipe will be replaced, if necessary, at no cost to the 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 84V052000 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 84V052000

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

What is recall 84V052000?

NHTSA recall 84V052000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on April 23, 1984. It addresses: Power train:clutch assembly:linkage:flexible. The recall affects approximately 357 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 84V052000 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.