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NHTSA recall 78V242000

Suspension › Front › Wheel bearing

Buick Skyhawk and 2 more

Reported Nov 6, 1978130,965 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Aug 1, 1975 – Jul 1, 1976

The defect

Under certain driving conditions, including extended severe braking, the wheel bearing area may encounter temperatures that can cause the grease to migrate out of the bearing area. This will reduce the amount of lubrication available to the bearings and result in front wheel bearing failure and spindle damage.

The remedy

The dealer will replace the front wheel bearings and associated parts on all involved vehicles free of charge.

Official recall at NHTSA ↗

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Vehicles in this recall

Buick Skyhawk
1975
Chevrolet Monza
1975
Oldsmobile Starfire
1975

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; front wheel bearing and spindle.consequences of defect: complete bearing failure and spindle damage could causeloss of vehicle control and an accident.note: complete wheel bearing failure IS usually preceded by a noticeable frontend vibration or noise.