Chevrolet · Canada · Mod
Chevrolet El Camino, Monte Carlo +2 more: Brakes
Affects Chevrolet El Camino, Monte Carlo, Malibu, S Series · 1978–1982 — about 358K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, excessive enlargement of a pilot hole in the rear backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate possibly leading to loss of rear braking action.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational