NHTSA Recall 81V135000
NHTSA Campaign Id 81V135000; Date: Oct. 27, 1981
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Isuzu Pickup Truck
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 1,770
Recall Summary:
The cotter pin, which is used to secure the rear axle shaft lock nut, may have been inadvertently omitted during vehicle assembly. If the cotter pin is missing, the lock nut could loosen during vehicle operation. This could lead to a separation of the brake drum/rear wheel assembly from the axle shaft.
How to Fix:
Upon inspection, a cotter pin will be installed if missing and the lock nut will be properly secured without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: pick-up trucks. System: power train; rear axle shaft, lock nut, cotter pin. Consequences of defect: separation of the brake drum/rear wheel assembly couldcause loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 27, 1981
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