4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
Posted on: 1982-03-30
Description
The reinforcement for the in-box spare tire carrier may have been attached using incorrect hex head bolts. If the carrier and reinforcement attaching bolts are incorrect, the potential exists for the tire sidewall to be damaged or weakened by extended contact with the sharp edges of the bolt heads.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace bolts and any damaged spare tires at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: pick-up trucks equipped with optional side-mounted, in-boxspare tire carriers.system: equipment; spare tire carriers.consequences of defect: the tire could fail while vehicle is in operationcausing loss of air and a vehicle accident.
DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Posted on: 1979-12-13
Description
The involved vehicles may have been produced with rear axle shafts (right or left) that did not receive proper heat treatment of the bearing journals.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace both rear axle shafts at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks, light.system: suspension; rear axle shaft.consequences of defect: if this condition exists, the axle shaft may fractureunder severe or extended use causing loss of a rear wheel, possible loss ofvehicle control and an accident.
DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
Posted on: 1980-08-21
Description
The involved vehicles were manufactured without the midship fuel tank protective shields. As a result, they do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, fuel system integrity, due to excessive fuel spillage upon frontal impact.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The involved vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, a fuel tank shield will be installed at no charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks, light, (4 x 2) equipped with 2-piece drive shafts.system: fuel; fuel tank assembly, attachments.consequences of defect: fuel spillage can result in a vehicle fire and personalinjury.note: it is advised that owners refrain from driving their vehicles untildefect has been remedied.
DEFECT #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1980-04-16
Description
Certain vehicles were not equipped with a front protective shield for the mid-ship fuel tank. These vehicles do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, fuel system integrity. In the event of a frontal collision, excessive fuel spillage may occur.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install the required mid-ship fuel tank shield, without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks (4x2 and 4x4).system: fuel; mid-ship fuel tank shield.consequences of defect: fuel spillage following an accident could result in avehicle fire and personal injury to passengers.