1979 Revcon Buckingham
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1979 Revcon Buckingham. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1979 Revcon Buckingham. Newest first.
The output shaft of the drive train transfer box may have been constructed of incorrectly specified steel. Under certain circumstances the shaft may break free at the transfer case end.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace the defective drive transfer box with a new type at no charge.
The brake drums on the involved vehicles may be defective. If a vehicle with defective brake drums IS driven in such a way as to increase heat build up, the brake drums could crack and possibly disintegrate, causing loss of braking action on the rear wheels.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should brake drum failure occur, the stopping distanceof the vehicle will be increased and loss of vehicle control and an accidentmay occur.
Remedy
Dealer will correct by installing new brake drums. If a balance vibration problem occurs after correction, the rear wheels will be spun balanced. Owner will be reimbursed for any labor charges.
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