NHTSA Recall 79V225000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V225000; Date: Oct. 10, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Suzuki GS850; 1980 Suzuki GS850
Component: Power Train:driveline
Manufactured by: American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Affected Units:: 9,524
Recall Summary:
There is a possibility that one or more bolts which transmit the power from the final drive gear case to the rear wheel could break if the retaining nuts should loosen and the motorcycle is subjected to severe usage. Should this happen, the broken portion of the bolt could lodge between the final drive gear case and the rear wheel, causing abnormal noise, cosmetic damage to the wheel and gear case, and possible rear wheel lock-up at low speed.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the drive joint assembly with a modified assembly, at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: power train; driveline. Consequences of defect: rear wheel lock-up can cause loss of vehicle controland a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 10, 1979
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