Recalls for your 1979 Gmc Caballero

Recalls for 1979 Gmc Caballero

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GMC CABALLERO 1978 USA PICKUP

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GMC CABALLERO 1978 USA PICKUP

GMC CABALLERO 1978 USA PICKUP

DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT


Posted on: 1984-11-27
Description
Rear axle assembly may have axles that were improperly manufactured.  This condition may result in separation of the axle shaft and wheel assembly from the vehicle.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The dealer will inspect the rear axle to determine whether it was manufactured at the buffalo plant.  If so, they will make axle measurements and if necessary replace or modify affected axle components without charge.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.system: power train; rear axle.consequences of defect: loss of the wheel assembly could lead to loss ofvehicle control and an accident.

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS


Posted on: 1985-05-01
Description
Excessive enlargement of the wheel cylinder pilot hole in the rear brake backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate and cause loss of brake fluid.  Consequence of defect: a loss of brake fluid leads to loss of rear brake action, creating the potential for an accident.  Front brakes would remain operational.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Add a part to prevent wheel cylinder from rotating.

Notes
Note: owner notification will begin after september 1, 1985 and should be completed by september 30, 1985.vehicle description: midsize passenger cars and small trucks.  System: rear brakes.

DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:REAR


Posted on: 1981-03-06
Description
The bolts that attach the lower rear control arm to the frame may fracture.  The rear control arm supports and positions the rear axle.  Fracture of the bolts would allow the control arm to drop free.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Both rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.

Notes
System: suspension; rear control arm attaching bolts.vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.consequences of defect: if the fracture occurs when the vehicle is in motion,it could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

DEFECT #4 - 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.