3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The front suspension control arms were assembled with ball joints which may contain sockets that were not properly heat-treated. This may cause the socket to wear rapidly and allow the ball joint stud to separate from the socket, causing either the left or right wheel suspension to collapse.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, where necessary, will replace the ball joints without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks.system: suspension; independent front control arm, lower.consequences of defect: if suspension collapses while vehicle is in motion,loss of vehicle control and an accident could occur.
DEFECT #2 - WHEELS:MULTI PIECE
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Consequence
Corrective Action
Notes
Chevrolet campaign no 75-c-16.gmc campaign no 75-c-10.option r05 dualwheels truck and coach.possibility wheels may have been manufactured withincorrect rims which are not compatible with wheel side rings installed atassembly plant.as a result, the wheel side ring will not properly seat onwheel rim and side ring may separate from wheel.a disengaged wide ring maytravel in an uncontrolled manner and could cause injury to persons in thevicinity.a disengaged ring could also cause a sudden loss of air and loss ofvehicle control.(correct by inspecting and replacing with proper wheels andrings.)
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.