3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Consequence
Corrective Action
Notes
Oldsmobile and buick campaign no 75-c-7.chevrolet campaign no 75-c-08.pontiac campaign no 75-c-9.dates of manufacture for chevrolet, buick,oldsmobile and gmc are sept thru nov 1974.pontiac dates are sept 1974 thrujan 1975.no station wagons are involved.possibility that the rear axle wasassembled with rear axle shaft outer bearing (rear wheel bearing) with thrustplates that were not heat treated.if the inner or outer thrust plates ofthese bearings are not hardened, the rollers can wear through and allow therear axle shaft to move with respect to axle housing.(correct by inspectingand replacing axle assemblies where necessary.)
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Consequence
Corrective Action
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Gmc campaign no 75-c-06 and chevrolet campaign no 75-c-06.series motorhomechassis.possibility that the rear axle stabilizer bar front brackets maybreak.should both front brackets fail, the forward ends of the stabilizer barcan rotate downward and contact the road surface.depending on the speed ofthe vehicle, this could cause driver to lose control and result in vehiclecrash without prior warning.(correct by inspecting and installing heavierrear stabilizer bar brackets.)
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.