2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Posted on: 1982-10-15
Description
On the invovled vehicles the drivers side and passengers outside rear view mirrors may have been omitted. This fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111, rearview mirrors.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will install the proper mirrors without charge to owner. If outside mirrors have already been installed, owner has the option to keep them as is or have them removed and new mirrors installed.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks.system: visual; rear view mirrors.consequences of defect: lack of outside rearview mirrors would limit thedrivers view to the rear, creating an unsafe driving condition which couldlead to an accident.
DEFECT #2 - 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.