NHTSA Recall 82V057000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V057000; Date: Jun. 3, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1972 Am General FJ8; 1973 Am General FJ8; 1974 Am General Fj8b; 1975 Am General Fj8b
Component: Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Manufactured by: Am General Corporation
Affected Units:: 3,227
Recall Summary:
The front wheel spindle may develop cracks and eventually fracture completely.
How to Fix:
Right and left spindles will be replaced with a strength-improved version without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks, delivery. System: suspension; front wheel spindle. Consequences of defect: spindle fracture could result in front wheelseparation, possible loss of vehicle control, and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 28, 1982
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