NHTSA Recall 89V078000
NHTSA Campaign Id 89V078000; Date: May. 15, 1989
Fasteners could fail; if this occurs while traileris being pulled, hitch and trailer could separate and a vehicle crash couldoccur without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
1989 Chevrolet C10; 1989 Chevrolet C20; 1989 Chevrolet C30; 1989 Chevrolet K10; 1989 Chevrolet K20; 1989 Chevrolet K30; 1989 GMC C15; 1989 GMC C25; 1989 GMC C35; 1989 GMC K15; 1989 GMC K25; 1989 GMC K35
Component: Trailer Hitche
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 5,863
Recall Summary:
There may be below specified torque on the trailer hitch attaching fasteners, allowing the trailer hitch to move under towing loads.
How to Fix:
Correct torque in trailer hitch fasteners to prevent trailer separation.
Recall Notes:
System: trailer hitch fasteners. Vehicle description: extended cab trucks with optional trailer hitch (vr4).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 20, 1989
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