NHTSA Recall 84V073000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V073000; Date: Jun. 18, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Chevrolet S10; 1983 Chevrolet S10; 1982 GMC S15; 1983 GMC S15
Component: Power Train:manual Transmission:lubricant
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 35,919
Recall Summary:
Rear wheels may lock suddenly due to insufficient lubrication between mainshaft and first gear.
How to Fix:
Dealer will replace transmission fluid with a blended fluid and in addition, will update the maintenance schedule.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with 5-speed manual transmissions. System: transmission; lubrication. Consequences of defect: when vehicle is in fifth gear, the transmission couldlock the rear wheels, possibly resulting in sudden loss of control and anaccident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 26, 1984
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