NHTSA Campaign Id 82V128000; Date: Dec. 14, 1982
1982 Chevrolet Blazer; 1982 Chevrolet C10; 1982 GMC C15; 1982 GMC Jimmy
Component: Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 1,633
On the involved vehicles, the rear brake drum balance weights may interfere with the aluminum wheels. This contact could cause the wheel lug nuts to loosen, leading to wheel stud failure. This could allow separation of the wheel and tire from the vehicle.
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify the rear brake drum balance weights without charge to owner.
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with optional aluminum wheels andrear brake drums. System: service brakes; rear brake drum, balance weights. Consequences of defect: wheel and tire separation could occur without priorwarning and could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 10, 1982
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