Recalls for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1979-10-12
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General motors campaign no chevrolet 74-c-07.station wagon.possibility thatthe rear brake pipe was improperly positioned when attached to the rear axleassembly.this may result in repeated contact of the pipe with the underbody,causing it to flex up and down until it breaks, resulting in loss of brakefluid and loss of rear braking action.(correct by inspecting and installingbrake pipe properly)).

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM

Posted on: 1979-10-12
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Chevrolet campaign no 74-c-09.pontiac 74-c-2.buick 74-c-2.oldsmobile74-c-3.sprint 74-c-4.possibility that the front upper control arm innerbushing retainer nuts may loosen and come off during normal operatingconditions.should this occur, the loose control arm may move forward andcontact the upper control arm mounting bracket on the frame which restricts anyfurther forward movement.if this vehicle is operated in this condition it ispossible for the control arm cross shaft to break.(correct by inspecting andinstalling new bushing retainers where necessary.)

DEFECT #3 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2007-10-30
Description
Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.  The affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially.  The date code and part number appear on the filter housing.  Fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall.  The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Consequence
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Corrective Action
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge.  The recall began during november 2007.  Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.