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NHTSA recall 79V157000

Trailer hitches

Kelsey Hayes Kelsey Hayes and 1 more

Reported Jun 19, 197927 vehicles affectedKELSEY-HAYES COMPANY

The defect

The combined rear bumper and trailer hitch mount welds may develop cracks due to stresses generated in normal service. Cracks could eventually result in failure of the mounting bracket, causing partial or total separation of the trailer from the towing vehicle.

The remedy

Replacement rear bumpers and hitch mounting brackets will be provided, or vehicles may be returned to the plant for installation by manufacturer.

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Vehicles in this recall

Kelsey Hayes Kelsey Hayes
1979
Kelsey Hayes WT66
1979

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks.system: equipment; bumper and trailer hitch mounting bracket, welds.consequences of defect: partial or total trailer separation may cause loss ofvehicle control and an accident.