2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 1997-06-17
Description
Vehicle description: glaval conversion vans, 1995 chevrolet/gmc g-20 vans equipped with tipan 15 x 7 wheels. There is inadequate thread engagement on the wheels when installed on these vans.
Consequence
Improper tightening of these wheels can, over time, cause excessive loosening of the lug nuts, fracture of the lug studs, and separation of the wheel from the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
These wheels will be replaced with wheels having a deepened lug nut seat and appropriate lug nuts to ensure adequate thread engagement.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began july 1, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealeron an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact glaval at 1-800-348-3708.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:DRUM
Posted on: 1997-05-01
Description
Vehicle description: glaval conversion vans and pickup trucks. The retainer clips were not removed from the rear brake drum wheel stud bolts prior to the installation of a custom wheel.
Consequence
The wheel can appear to be or can actually go out of balance and could crack in the lug nut area increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the wheels and remove the retainer clips if still in place and also inspect wheels for cracks (including the front wheels, if the tires have been rotated). If the wheels are cracked in the lug nut area, the wheels will be replaced.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during may 1997.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact glaval at 1-800-348-3708.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.