NHTSA Recall 78V062000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V062000; Date: Mar. 24, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Volvo 242; 1978 Volvo 242; 1977 Volvo 244; 1978 Volvo 244; 1977 Volvo 245; 1978 Volvo 245; 1978 Volvo 262; 1977 Volvo 264; 1978 Volvo 264; 1977 Volvo 265; 1978 Volvo 265
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
Manufactured by: Volvo Of America Corp.
Affected Units:: 28,000
Recall Summary:
The rear wheel bearings on the involved vehicles, may have received an inadequate amount of lubrication. This condition would initially cause the roller bearings to develop a rumbling noise.
How to Fix:
The dealer will either lubricate the bearings or replace them with new bearings and seals with lubrication at no charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: suspension; axle, wheel bearings. Consequences of defect: if allowed to continue in this condition, the bearingswill heat up and eventually seize. This may lead to the rear axle separatinginto pieces, the wheel separating from the vehicle, loss of braking capability,and a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 17, 1978
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