Safety Recall NHTSA · 89V206000 Reported November 21, 1989

Brakes:hydraulic:lines:hose:non-metallic

Shelby Automobiles, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 930 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89V206000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
930
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 21, 1989

Defect Summary

Routing of the front brake hose may allow hose interference with the wheel opening splash guards.

Safety Consequence

This interference may cause abrasion of the brake hoseand eventual loss of front wheel braking capability with potential for anaccident.

Corrective Action

Replace front wheel opening splash shields with revised shields that eliminate inteference; also, replace any damaged front brake hoses.

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 Shelby Automobiles, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 89V206000 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 89V206000

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

What is recall 89V206000?

NHTSA recall 89V206000 was issued by Shelby Automobiles, Inc. on November 21, 1989. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:lines:hose:non-metallic. The recall affects approximately 930 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Shelby Automobiles, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89V206000 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.