NHTSA Recall 91V217000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V217000; Date: Dec. 13, 1991
If the ball joint separates from the control arm, a lossof vehicle control could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Chevrolet C30; 1986 Chevrolet C30; 1985 Chevrolet G30; 1986 Chevrolet G30; 1985 GMC C35; 1986 GMC C35; 1985 GMC G35; 1986 GMC G35
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 166,624
Recall Summary:
The left hand lower control arm can crack starting at the rear flange and progressing to the ball joint mounting hole and eventually cause the lower ball joint to separate from the control arm.
How to Fix:
Install a resinforced brace to the left hand lower control arm.
Recall Notes:
System: steering. Vehicle description: light trucks. Note: this recall is an extension of 88v110000.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 23, 1992
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