NHTSA Campaign Id 82V081000; Date: Aug. 24, 1982
1982 Chevrolet C20; 1982 Chevrolet K20; 1982 Chevrolet P20; 1982 GMC C20; 1982 GMC K20; 1982 GMC P20
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 8,881
The rear axle shafts received improper heat treatment during manufacture. The shaft may break and the tire and wheel assembly could disengage from the vehicle.
Dealer will replace both rear axle shaft assemblies, if necessary, free of charge.
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with a 9. 5 inch ring gear rear axle. System: suspension; rear axle shafts. Consequences of defect: should separation occur while vehicle is in operation,driver could lose control of vehicle and have an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 30, 1982
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