NHTSA Campaign Id 84V089000; Date: Aug. 14, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:1983 Grumman Kubvan; 1984 Grumman Kubvan
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm
Manufactured by: Grumman Allied Ind. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 308
Recall Summary:Balljoints, which connect the steering linkage components to the wheels, may not have been installed correctly and could detach.
How to Fix:Any balljoints that were improperly installed will be corrected. (an improperly installed balljoint will be highly visible).
Recall Notes:Vehicle description: trucks (delivery vans) equipped with diesel engines. System: steering linkages; balljoints. Consequences of defect: wheel could come loose while driving, possiblyresulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 31, 1984
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