Recalls for your 1981 Gmc C1500

Recalls for 1981 Gmc C1500

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1972 GMC C1500

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1972 GMC C1500

DEFECT #1 - WHEELS:RIM


Posted on: 1981-10-13
Description
The spare wheel is one inch wider than the maximum approved rim width and fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  120, tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The spare wheel assembly will be replaced without charge to owner.

Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with rpo ph7 (aluminum wheels) andsize p205/75r15 or fr78-15 tires.system: suspension; wheel.consequences of defect: gradual loss of air could eventually lead to a flattire, possible loss of vehicle control, and an accident.

DEFECT #2 - 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.