NHTSA Recall 83V042000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V042000; Date: Apr. 19, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Chevrolet Cavalier; 1983 Pontiac 2000
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Arm
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 312
Recall Summary:
The left front suspension control arm which supports the front wheel, brake and steering assembly, may come loose at its mounting bracket. This is due to possible inadequate welding of the bracket.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect the vehicle and, if necessary, replace the left front suspension support assembly at no cost.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: suspension; left front suspension control arm. Consequences of defect: if these welds break, loss of steering control, brakemalfunction and a vehicle accident could result. Note: in the event of weld separation, the control arm will make a loudclunking noise which will be particularly noticeable during brake applicationand acceleration. If these noises are ignored, the control arm may eventuallyfail and an accident could follow.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 27, 1983
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