Grumman olson/park brake routing
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: truck bodies installed on navistar 1652c chassis and equipped with automatic transmissions. the parking brake was routed so that it can contact the left front tire. this contact can cause the protective sheath to be worn away, potentially causing failure of the cable.
Safety Consequence
This condition can disable the parking brake.
Corrective Action
Dealers will relocate the cable out of the area of the front tire and replace any cables worn by the tire.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Grumman Corp. or involving Parking Brake.
FAQ: Recall 98V214000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V214000?
NHTSA recall 98V214000 was issued by Grumman Corp. on September 8, 1998. It addresses: Grumman olson/park brake routing. The recall affects approximately 22 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Grumman Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V214000 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.