The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·14E011000·Announced 2014-03-31

Speedway Motors Recalls Brake Light Switches Due to Fluid Leak Risk

Speedway Motors is recalling specific brake light switches used in hot rods that may crack, causing brake fluid leaks and increased stopping distances.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake fluid leak) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Speedway Motors, Inc. is recalling certain brake light switches with a 3/8 inch IFM adapter fitting, part number 910-31303, used in hot rod and street rod applications. The affected brake light switch may crack under the pressure caused by pushing on the brake pedal, allowing the electrical contact housing to separate from the metal housing.

A crack or separation would result in a leak of brake fluid and a loss of hydraulic brake pressure, lengthening the vehicle's stopping distance and increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects 2,847 units.

Speedway will notify owners and will replace the affected part with a redesigned part, free of charge. The recall began on May 15, 2014. Owners may contact Speedway Motors at 1-800-979-0122 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH recall
Manufacturer
Speedway Motors, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Brake Light Switch
Hazard
Affected units
2,847

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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