Brakes:fluid:hydraulic (fluid contamination/wrong
Defect Summary
Solid material appearing to be epoxy/phenolic resin used to coat the inside of the drums in which the brake fluid is packaged is causing fluid contamination. consequence of defect: the presence of solid material in brake fluid could cause the main piston in a brake system to seize, which could cause the vehicle's brakes to lock. this could result in loss of vehicle control in an emergency braking application which could lead to an accident.
Corrective Action
Retrieve all contaminated brake fluid and replace with uncontaminated fluid.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Dow Corning Corporation or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 86E020000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 86E020000?
NHTSA recall 86E020000 was issued by Dow Corning Corporation on July 1, 1986. It addresses: Brakes:fluid:hydraulic (fluid contamination/wrong. The recall affects approximately 26 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Dow Corning Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 86E020000 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.