Chrysler Corporation
Model(s):
Jeep Cherokee Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: June 1994-February 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 70,000
Recall No.: 95V057000
System: Driver side air bag.
Vehicle Description: Multipurpose passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: Certain of the driver's side air bag modules
were assembled without an arming lever.
Consequence of Defect: This will cause the air bag to not deploy in
the event of an accident increasing the potential for personal injury.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the presence
of the air bag module arming lever and will replace those air bag
modules that are missing a lever.
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 Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Model(s):
Dodge Ram Year(s):1994 - 1995
Manufactured Dates: January 1994-December 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 175,000
Recall No.: 95V056000
System: Hood latch.
Vehicle Description: Light duty pickup trucks.
Description of Defect: The secondary hood latch rod can bind on the
guide bracket and prevent engagement of the secondary latch.
Consequence of Defect: This can cause the hood to fly up and obstruct
the driver's vision, increasing the potential of an accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch
bracket.
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 Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Ford Motor Company
Model(s):
Ford Contour Years: 1995
Ford Crown Victoria Years: 1995
Ford Mustang Years: 1995
Ford Probe Years: 1995
Ford Explorer Years: 1995
Ford Windstar Years: 1995
Lincoln Town Car Years: 1995
Mercury Grand Marquis Years: 1995
Mercury Mystique Years: 1995
Manufactured Dates: January 1995-February 1995
No. of Unit(s): 8,600
Recall No.: 95E006002
System: Passenger side air bags.
Equipment Description: Passenger side air bag in passenger cars, vans
and multi-purpose vehicles.
Description of Defect: The passenger side air bag has an inflator body
that cracked during forming of the curl that retains the igniter plug
in the end of the inflator. Also the igniter end cap can separate
from the inflator.
Consequence of Defect: The passenger side air bag may not inflate
properly resulting in reduced occupant protection in a vehicle
accident. If the igniter end cap separates in a frontal collision,
hot gases can be released and ignite flammable material or cause burn
injuries.
Corrective Action: Dealers will remove and replace the passenger side
air bag module.
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 Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Model(s):
Ford Crown Victoria Year(s): 1995
Lincoln Town Car Year(s): 1995
Mercury Grand Marquis Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: June 1994-December 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 100,000
Recall No.: 95V063000
System: Fuel tank assembly and filler neck.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: The seal material between the fuel filler pipe
and fuel tank may not have been fully cured during the molding process
which could allow fuel to leak.
Consequence of Defect: A fuel leak can result in fire if an ignition
source is present.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the fuel filler pipe-to-fuel
tank seal with a new seal of different material.
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 Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Model(s):
Ford Mustang Year(s): 1994
Manufactured Dates: May 1993-June 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 54,000
Recall No.: 95V062000
System: Interior seat material.
Vehicle Description: GT model passenger vehicles equipped with the
power lumbar feature on the front seats.
Description of Defect: The wire harness on these seats is banded to
the front seat cushion supports. The end of one of the supports can
puncture the harness, resulting in a high resistance electrical short.
Consequence of Defect: Overheating can result, and melting, smoke and
ignition of the surrounding materials can occur.
Corrective Action: Dealers will remove the tie strap from each of the
front seats.
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 Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Model(s):
Ford Explorer Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: November 1994-February 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 49,300
Recall No.: 95V053000
System: Tie rod.
Vehicle Description: Multi-purpose passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: The inner tie rod assemblies were improperly
manufactured and can fracture, which would result in shaking or shimmy
at low speeds.
Consequence of Defect: This condition can cause the wheel on the side
with the broken tie rod to tuck inward or outward and slide which
would result in an increased potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the inner tie rods and replace
the suspect tie rods.
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 Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Model(s):
Ford Explorer Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: November 1994-February 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 7,100
Recall No.: 95V052000
System: Hydraulic brake lines. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 105.
Vehicle Description: Two-door multi-purpose passenger vehicles.
Description of Noncompliance: In some of the vehicles, brake tubes
were misrouted between the master cylinder and the hydraulic control
unit. This results in a stopping distance that exceeds what is
allowed by FMVSS No. 105, "Hydraulic Brake Systems." In addition,
seals in the master cylinder could be abraded over time. This could
result in an internal leak and further reduction in brake performance.
Consequence of Noncompliance: Stopping distances could be longer than
intended, increasing the potential for an accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will reroute the brake tubes.
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 Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Model(s):
Ford Econoline Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: December 1994-January 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 290
Recall No.: 95V058000
System: Emergency parking brake. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 105.
Vehicle Description: Incomplete chassis vehicles.
Description of Noncompliance: The parking brake front cables are too
long. This reduces the performance of the parking brake in certain
circumstances, and as a result, these vehicles fail to comply fully
with all the requirements of FMVSS No. 105, "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
Consequence of Noncompliance: The effectiveness of the parking brake
system on a severe grade may be diminished.
Corrective Action: Dealers will repair the parking brake system on the
affected vehicles.
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 Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
General Motors Corporation
Model(s):
Chevrolet Camaro Year(s): 1995
Pontiac Firebird Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: February 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 362
Recall No.: 95V046000
System: Steering: gear box.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: The steering intermediate shaft could have been
improperly assembled. As a result, the shaft lower coupling could
loosen and rotate on the steering gear input shaft.
Consequence of Defect: This can result in a loss of steering control
increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the intermediate steering
shaft for the correct lower coupling and replace it as required.
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 Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or Pontiac
at 1-800-762-2737.
Model(s):
Buick Regal Year(s): 1994 - 1995
Oldsmobile Cutlass Year(s): 1994
Manufactured Dates: June 1993-October 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 199,572
Recall No.: 95V061000
System: Hydraulic brake lines.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: The rear wheel brake hoses can contact the rear
suspension components causing the brake hoses to wear through.
Consequence of Defect: This can cause loss of brake fluid and eventual
loss of brakes, thus increasing the potential for an accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect for proper positioning of the
brake hoses and replace incorrectly routed hoses with new ones.
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 Buick at 1-800-521-7300 or Oldsmobile
at 1-800-442-6537.
Model(s):
Buick Regal Year(s): 1988-1990
Oldsmobile Cutlass Year(s): 1988-1990
Pontiac Grand Prix Year(s): 1988-1990
Chevrolet Lumina Year(s): 1990
Manufactured Dates: April 1988-March 1990
No. of Vehicle(s): 38,163
Recall No.: 94V041000
System: Wheels.
Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles equipped with Kelsey Hayes
steel wheels, models RPO PB6 14" and RPO PG1 15".
Description of Defect: Cracks develop in the wheel mounting surface.
If these cracks become severe enough, the wheel will completely
separate from the vehicle.
Consequence of Defect: If wheel separation occurs while the vehicle is
in motion, loss of steering and brake control of the vehicle occurs,
and a vehicle crash could result.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the manufacturing codes
stamped on each wheel of the vehicles and if a wheel falls within the
specified date code range, the dealer will replace that wheel
assembly.
Note: General Motors is extending this recall to include an additional
38,163 vehicles. 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 Chevrolet at
1-800-222-1020; Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537; Pontiac at
1-800-762-2737; or Buick at 1-800-521-7300.
Model(s):
Chevrolet Lumina APV Year(s):1995
Oldsmobile Silhouette Year(s):1995
Pontiac TransSport Year(s):1995
Manufactured Dates: November 1994-February 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 6,523
Recall No.: 95V048000
System: Hydraulic brake pedals and linkages.
Vehicle Description: Light duty passenger vans.
Description of Defect: Improperly manufactured brake pedal arm allows
the brake pedal arm to fracture during braking.
Consequence of Defect: This can result in a loss of brake operation
increasing braking distance and the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace all suspect brake pedal
assemblies.
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 Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020,
Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.
Hyundai Motor America
Model(s):
Hyundai Accent Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: August 1994-February 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 5,306
Recall No.: 95V043000
System: Underdash electrical wiring harness.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles equipped with manual
transmissions.
Description of Defect: The engine control module wiring harness under
the instrument panel can be contacted by the clutch pedal assembly
when the clutch is engaged.
Consequence of Defect: This contact abrades and damages the insulation
on the harness causing a fuse to blow and the engine to stall.
Unexpected engine stalling increases the potential for a vehicle
accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the engine control wiring
harness to determine if it has been damaged and reposition the harness
so that contact with the clutch pedal lever will not occur.
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 Hyundai at 1-800-829-9956.
Mazda (North America), Inc.
Model(s):
626 Years: 1995
Manufactured Dates: January 1995-February 1995
No. of Unit(s): 565
Recall No.: 95E006001
System: Passenger side air bag.
Equipment Description: Passenger side air bag in passenger cars.
Description of Defect: The passenger side air bag has an inflator body
that cracked during forming of the curl that retains the igniter plug
in the end of the inflator. Also the igniter end cap can separate
from the inflator.
Consequence of Defect: The passenger side air bag may not inflate
properly resulting in reduced occupant protection in a vehicle
accident. If the igniter end cap separates in a frontal collision,
hot gases can be released and ignite flammable material or cause burn
injuries.
Corrective Action: Dealers will remove and replace the passenger side
air bag module.
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 Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Model(s):
Mazda RX-7 Year(s): 1993 - 1994
Manufactured Dates: December 1991-September 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 13,400
Recall No.: 95V069000
System: Fuel lines.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: Residual engine heat can cause premature
deterioration of the fuel hose causing the hose to leak. Also,
removing and reinstalling the deteriorated fuel hoses increases the
likelihood of a leak.
Consequence of Defect: A fuel leak can result in an engine compartment
fire.
Corrective Action: Dealers will install an additional control unit for
the electric cooling fan. The fan will then activate after the engine
is turned off when the coolant exceeds a specified temperature. The
fuel hoses will also be replaced with revised hoses.
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 Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Mercedes-Benz of N.A., Inc.
Model(s):
Mercedes 140 Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: March 1994-June 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 558
Recall No.: 95V047000
System:Anti-lock brakes.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: The misadjustment of a machine tool allowed
metal particles to remain in the rear axle ABS speed sensor mounting
hole. The particles can come loose, attach to the sensor assembly,
and falsely indicate a wheel-lock condition to the anti-lock brakes
system control unit.
Consequence of Defect: This false signal can cause premature ABS
function at the rear brakes which could increase stopping distances.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the sensor opening for metal
particles and remove them.
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 Mercedes at 1-800-FOR-MERC
(1-800-367-6372).
Nissan Motors Corporation
Model(s):
Nissan 200SX Year(s): 1995
Nissan Sentra Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: September 1994-February 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 950
Recall No.: 95V028000
System: Anti-lock brakes.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles equipped with anti-lock brake
system.
Description of Defect: The ABS hydraulic actuator was not properly
purged of all air during the fill and evacuation process. This
allowed air bubbles to remain in the brake system.
Consequence of Defect: This condition can cause increased brake pedal
travel and stopping distances.
Corrective Action: Dealers will bleed the ABS hydraulic actuator to
remove any air bubbles in the brake system.
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 Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Saab Cars USA, Inc.
Model(s):
Saab 900 Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: July 1994-December 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 5,383
Recall No.: 95V066000
System: Ignition electronic control unit.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles equipped with Bosch "Motronic
2.10.3" engine control system and secondary air injection.
Description of Defect: Upon startup, a voltage drop to the engine
control module can cause a malfunction where engine speed fluctuates
from 600 to 3,000 RPM for up to 30 seconds before normal engine idle
of 900 RPM.
Consequence of Defect: Unexpected movement of the vehicle may cause
the driver to lose control and increase the potential of a vehicle
accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will install a new revised electronic
control module.
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 Saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Model(s):
Saab 9000 Year(s): 1992 - 1994
Manufactured Dates: June 1991-May 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 12,091
Recall No.: 95V067000
System: Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles equipped with "MK II" ABS
brakes.
Description of Defect: Moisture can follow the electrical harness and
enter the pressure switch connector causing corrosion and malfunction
of the switch.
Consequence of Defect: The corrosion causes deterioration of the
electrical switch connection and can result in false illumination of
ABS or the brake warning lights or the loss of power assistance
because of no hydraulic pump operation. Loss of power assist
increases the amount of brake pedal effort required to stop which can
result in extended braking distances.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the electrical connections to
the ABS pressure switch terminals for corrosion and install a shrink
hose to the wiring harness to prevent moisture from entering the
connection. Pressure switches with corroded connectors will be
replaced.
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 Saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Model(s):
Saab 900 Year(s): 1994 - 1995
Manufactured Dates: August 1993-September 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 8,993
Recall No.: 95V068000
System: Standard transmission.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles equipped with manual
transmissions.
Description of Defect: It is possible to move the shift lever into the
reverse gear position, remove the ignition key, and still have the
transmission in neutral, or, to accidently disengage reverse by
striking the gear lever.
Consequence of Defect: If the parking brake is not applied, the car
can roll from its original parked position increasing the potential
for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace transmission linkage
components and complete a specially developed service adjustment
procedure to ensure that when the shift is moved to reverse, the
reverse gear is actually engaged.
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 Saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Model(s):
Volkswagen Golf Year(s): 1993 - 1995
Volkswagen Jetta Year(s): 1993 - 1995
Manufactured Dates: April 1993-October 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 104,000
Recall No.: 95V054000
System: Jacks.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: The jacks supplied with these vehicles were
assembled with an improperly machined spindle, so that a sharp ridge
on the edge of spindle's thread would have remained.
Consequence of Defect: This ridge can damage the inside thread of the
jack's scissor shoe when the jack is used to lift the vehicle. The
jack could collapse with the possibility that a person standing close
to the vehicle could be injured.
Corrective Action: Owners will be provided with a new jack.
Note: Owners who do not receive a free replacement jack within a
reasonable time, should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Volvo of America Corporation
Model(s):
Volvo 850 Year(s): 1995
Volvo 854 Year(s): 1995
Volvo 855 Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: June 1994-January 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 31,315
Recall No.: 95V050000
System: Jacks.
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles.
Description of Defect: Some of the jacks supplied with the vehicles do
not have the necessary load capacity.
Consequence of Defect: A raised vehicle can fall off the jack, which
increases the likelihood for personal injury or property damage.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace suspect jacks with
a jack that meets the load requirements for these cars.
Note: Owners who do not receive a free, new jack within a reasonable
time, should contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Motorcycles
Harley-Davidson Motor Co.
Model(s):
Harley Davidson 94461-95 Year(s): 1995
Harley Davidson 94463-95 Year(s): 1995
Manufactured Dates: August 1994-March 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 768
Recall No.: 95V045001
System: Trailer hitches and attachments.
Vehicle Description: Single and double-folding trailers used to
transport motorcycles.
Description of Defect: The welds used to hold the main folding hinge
to the side frame members either were omitted or temporary tack welds
were used rather than complete welds. Consequence of Defect: The rear
hinge can separate from the rear frame causing the frame to contact
the road while the trailer is towed and carrying a motorcycle.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the welds and, those not fully
welded will be cleaned, prepared, correctly welded and repainted.
Note: Owners who take their trailers to an authorized dealer on an
agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a
reasonable time, should contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
Myco Trailers, Inc.
Model(s):
Myco MC1.5 Year(s): 1994
Manufactured Dates: June 1994-July 1994
No. of Vehicle(s): 63
Recall No.: 95V045002
System: Trailer hitches and attachments.
Vehicle Description: Trailers used to transport motorcycles.
Description of Defect: The welds used to hold the main folding hinge
to the side frame members were omitted, or temporary tack welds were
used rather than complete welds.
Consequence of Defect: The rear hinge can separate from the rear frame
causing the frame to contact the road while the trailer is towed and
carrying a motorcycle.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the weld and those not fully
welded will be cleaned, prepared, correctly welded and repainted.
Note: Owners who take their trailers to an authorized dealer on an
agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a
reasonable time, should contact Myco at 1-813-748-2397.
Child Safety Seats
Babyhood Manufacturing
Model(s):
Babyhood 8200
Manufactured Dates: January 1992-June 1993
No. of Unit(s): 3,100
Recall No.: 93E032000
System: Child safety seats. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
213.
Equipment Description: Model 8200 Baby-Sitter Car Seat.
Description of Noncompliance: These child safety seats do not meet the
release force requirements of FMVSS No. 213, "Child Restraint
Systems." The buckle could require additional hand pressure to
release and could hamper removal of a child in an emergency situation.
Consequence of Noncompliance: If an accident occurs and the safety
buckle cannot be released, there could be an increased risk of injury
to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action: Babyhood will provide a modified buckle tip and
replacement instructions directly to owners of these seats.
Notes: Owners who do not receive the free replacement buckle tip and
instructions within a reasonable time should contact Babyhood at
1-508-845-4231. (The manufacturer earlier submitted a petition for
inconsequentiality. However, after additional testing, Babyhood
Manufacturing is conducting an owner notification and remedy
campaign.)
Huffy Corporation
Model(s):
Gerry 626
Gerry SecureRide
Manufactured Dates: August 1994-March 1995
No. of Unit(s): 37,599
Recall No.: 95E008000
System: Child safety seat. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
213.
Equipment Description: Infant child safety seats.
Description of Noncompliance: The seats have an incorrectly positioned
label warning that rear-facing child safety seats should not be
installed in an air bag-equipped seating position. The label does not
comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 213, "Child Restraint
Systems."
Consequence of Noncompliance: Owners may inadvertently install the
child seat incorrectly resulting in injury to the child seat occupant
in an accident in which the passenger side air bag deploys.
Corrective Action: A new label will be sent to consumers with
instructions on how to correctly use the child seat in the vehicle.
Note: Owners should call Gerry Baby Products Company at 1-800-952-5552
to obtain a new label.
Equipment
S. H. Leggitt Company
Brand(s):
Marshall Gas 250 LP Gas Regulator
Manufactured Dates: January 1994-July 1994
No. of Unit(s): 24,000
Recall No.: 95E004000
System: Liquid petroleum gas (LPG) regulator.
Equipment Description: Two-stage automatic change-over LPG regulator.
Description of Defect: The indicator device was not attached properly
during assembly by manufacturer to the regulator. This could allow
the indicator to be partially or completely displaced.
Consequence of Defect: If the indicator is not fully attached to the
regulator, the indicator can leak LP gas and result in a fire.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and where necessary replace
the regulator with a new, properly manufactured regulator.
Note: Onwers whose defective regulators are not replaced free within a
reasonable time should contact Marshall Gas Controls at
1-800-396-1322.
Fairmont Tamper
Model(s):
Fairmont Tamper Ford F250 Year(s):1992-1995
Fairmont Tamper Ford F350 Year(s):1992-1995
Manufactured Dates: January 1992-March 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 710
Recall No.: 95V049000
System: Wheel lug nuts and bolts.
Vehicle Description: Light duty, four-wheel drive pickup trucks
equipped with Hy-Rail Guide wheel equipment.
Description of Defect: The wheel lug nuts on the rear wheels can
loosen which could result in broken studs.
Consequence of Defect: The detachment of a wheel can cause loss of
steering control or an accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will install new rear wheel spacers that
convert the existing rear wheels to a hub piloted mounting system.
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 Fairmont Tamper at 1-507-235-7124.
Model(s):
Fairmont Tamper GMC C20735 Year(s):1994-1995
Fairmont Tamper GMC K20735 Year(s):1994-1995
Fairmont Tamper GMC K20903 Year(s):1994-1995
Manufactured Dates: January 1994-March 1995
No. of Vehicle(s): 2
Recall No.: 95V060000
System: Wheel lug nuts bolts.
Vehicle Description: 4x2 and 4x4 light duty pickup trucks equipped
with Fairmont Tamper Hy-Rail Guide wheel equipment.
Description of Defect: The two-piece self-locking flange wheel nuts
can loosen causing the wheel studs to break.
Consequence of Defect: This can allow the wheel to separate from
vehicle resulting in loss of steering control and an accident.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the wheel nuts on the affected
vehicles.
Note: These vehicles have been corrected. Owners who have problems
concerning this recall should contact Fairmont Tamper at
1-507-235-7124.
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