2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Posted on: 1979-10-12
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Chevrolet campaign no 74-c-18.trucks.possibility that the bolts attachingthe power steering cylinder anchor bracket to the frame rail may have beenassembled with fasteners which were not sufficiently tightened or which werethe wrong type.if the vehicle is operated with bolts in this condition, it ispossible for the attaching bolts to shear, detaching the cylinder from theframe rail.the detached cylinder could wedge between the drag links and frontspring causing steering lockup or possibly sever front brake hose causing lossof vehicle braking.(correct by inspecting and replacing anchor bracket bolts,washers and nuts.)
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1979-10-12
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Chevrolet campaign no 73-c-11, gmc campaign no 73-c-19.medium dutyconventional trucks with 366 or 427 v-8 engine and hydraulic brakes.possibility that the left front hydraulic brake line may be improperly routedand may contact the power steering pump housing.if this condtion exists ahole could be worn in the brake line causing a loss of brake fluid and brakingcontrol.(correct by inspecting and properly routing brake line wherenecessary.)