5 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Posted on: 1991-12-18
Description
The left hand lower control arm can crack starting at the rear flange and progressing to the ball joint mounting hole and eventually cause the lower ball joint to separate from the control arm.
Consequence
If the ball joint separates from the control arm, a lossof vehicle control could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Corrective Action
Install a resinforced brace to the left hand lower control arm.
Notes
System: steering.vehicle description: light trucks.note: this recall is an extension of 88v110000.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1987-01-23
Description
Trucks failed to comply with requirements of fmvss 301, fuel system integrity, during a 30 mph frontal barrier test.
Consequence
Greater than acceptable fuel spillage during and after acollision could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Install an additional shield to the front of the original shield to protect the fuel tank.
Notes
System: fuel tank/fmvss 301.vehicle description: light duty cab and chassis models equipped with a lowservice body.
DEFECT #3 - WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
Posted on: 1984-11-20
Description
In some 16 x 6 disc wheels a manufacturing defect may cause the wheels to crack in the drop center portion of the rim. If the crack were to occur on a wheel with a tube type tire mounted to it, and continued to go undetected, the wheel could split, resulting in a rapid loss of air from the tire.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The dealer will inspect each wheel and replace it if necessary, without charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with dual rear wheels.system: suspension; wheels (16 x 6 disc wheels).consequences of defect: rapid air pressure loss during vehicle operation maycause loss of vehicle control without prior warning and an accident may result.
DEFECT #4 - WHEELS:RIM
Posted on: 1985-12-04
Description
The wheel may develop cracks between the disc and rim. Consequence of defect: if this occurs and is not noticed, the crack could increase around the rim, resulting in separation of the rim from the disc, loss of control and an accident may occur.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Replace wheels having the suspected manufacturing code number.
Notes
System: dual rear wheels, 16x6 firestone dual wheels. Vehicle description: c,k and p 30/35 series light-duty trucks equipped with dual rear wheels.
DEFECT #5 - 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.