NHTSA Recall 79V098000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V098000; Date: Apr. 17, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Buick Skylark; 1980 Chevrolet Citation; 1980 Oldsmobile Omega; 1980 Pontiac Phoenix
Component: Suspension:front:springs:coil Springs
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 23,725
Recall Summary:
The front suspension coil spring may have a larger than desired inside diameter of the lower coil where it rests on the spring seat. This could allow the spring to be forced over the lower spring seat due to suspension forces.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and replace incorrect front suspension coil springs without charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: suspension; front coil. Consequences of defect: this condition would cause brake hose and suspensiondamage. Tire damage may also occur with continued vehicle operation. Damage toany of these components could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 1, 1979
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