NHTSA Recall 79V086000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V086000; Date: Apr. 5, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Alfa Romeo 11615; 1979 Alfa Romeo 11658
Component: Suspension:front:wheel Bearing
Manufactured by: Alfa Romeo, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 400
Recall Summary:
Because of an improper stamping procedure during manufacture, defects exist which prevent washers from rotating on spindle. If these washers are not replaced, an excessive clearance will result, leading to bearing failure. In extreme cases this can result in shearing of the front stub axle.
How to Fix:
Front stub axle washers will be replaced without charge to owners.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: suspension; front stub axle washer. Consequences of defect: loss of steering control and a vehicle accident mayresult.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 8, 1979
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