3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1982-10-28
Description
On certain vehicles, the lock wedges used to secure the axle bearing nuts to the axle housing may fall out of position, allowing the nut to loosen. The nut on the left side may fall off, allowing movement of the axle shaft.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The dealer will replace defective lock wedges with an improved version. Wheel bearings will be inspected and adjusted or replaced, if necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks with dana full-floating rear axles.system: power train; rear axle assembly.consequences of defect: this could result in partial loss of braking action orpartial or total separation of the left rear wheel and brake assembly. Ineither case, loss of vehicle control and an accident could follow.
DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Posted on: 1982-02-01
Description
On some of the involved vehicles, the shift rod in the transmission may not be properly seated in the retention grommet of the steering column shift lever assembly. If the shift rod were to disengage, the driver could not select the proper transmission function which would create the potential for unexpected movement of the vehicle.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect the shift rod attachment and make sure it is properly seated at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with automatic transmissions.system: power train; transmission shift linkage.consequences of defect: should separation occur while vehicle is in operation,loss of vehicle control, an accident, and personal injury could occur.note: the driver is advised not to operate vehicle until proper adjustmentshave been made.
DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Posted on: 2007-08-24
Description
Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
Consequence
A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
Corrective Action
Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket carter, napa, accuflow, tru flow, parts master, and parts depot brand fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed motor vehicles.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.