Safety Recall NHTSA · 93V156000 Reported September 24, 1993

Brakes:hydraulic:disc:caliper

Carpenter Industries, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 40 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
93V156000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
40
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 24, 1993

Defect Summary

The suspension strut rod mounting bolt can interfere with the movement of the rear brake caliper.

Safety Consequence

The interference can cause a partial loss of brakingforce and reduction of brake efficiency or the rear disc brakes, resulting inan increase in stopping distance which could cause an accident.

Corrective Action

Rotate the caliper support bracket. This will move the brake assembly from a front-mounted position to a rear-mounted position and provide clearance for the movement of the rear brake caliper.

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 Carpenter Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 93V156000 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 93V156000

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

What is recall 93V156000?

NHTSA recall 93V156000 was issued by Carpenter Industries, Inc. on September 24, 1993. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:disc:caliper. The recall affects approximately 40 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Carpenter Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 93V156000 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.