6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Posted on: 1979-10-12
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Possibility that cracks can be induced in front lower control arms if frontsuspension is repeatedly subjected to very severe loading sometimesentercountered in police service.such cracking could ultimately result infracture through arm in ball joint area, and cause discon- nection betweenlower control arm and front wheel which would seriously hamper driver's abilityto fully control vehicle.(correct by replacing with a heavy duty improvedarm.)
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:JACKS
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
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Possible that the sharp end of the jack handle could deform a stop in the rachet assembly and sub- sequently interfere with the pawl.this could cause failure after the jack had been used a few times.(replace jack column and case assembly.)
DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
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Possibility that power brake booster may malfunction under cold weather conditions.this can be caused by sticking of an internal rubber control valve or by a delay in the action of the check valve.this malfunction could result in a considerable increase in the pedal pressure required to stop the car.(replace booster with redesigned unit.)
DEFECT #4 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
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Under certain circumstances the four barrel carburetor secondary throttle plates may stick in an open position when the engine is not fully warmed up.(replace linkage part involved).
DEFECT #5 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
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Possibility that certain self-threading seat belt attaching bolts may fail to hold.(replace with new design bolts.)
DEFECT #6 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
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Possibility that front wheel bearing retaining nuts were over torqued, producing insufficient running clearance for the bearings.this condition can lead to noise, vibration, 'wheel pull', and, ultimately, to wheel bearing failure.(retorque to level specified.)