1978 CHEVROLET C30 Recalls (2)

Campaign:
78V116000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Suspension
Manufactured:
10/31/1977 - 11/30/1977
Affected:
29
Defect:
The left and right front suspension crossmember strut rods, which give added strength, may have been omitted during assembly. consequently, a frame crossmember crack could eventually develop at the forward vertical front suspension bolt.
Correction:
Dealer will install the necessary front left and right rods without charge to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with hydraulic power brakes.system: suspension; strut rod.consequences of defect: continued operation of vehicle could result inseparation of the crossmember from the frame, loss of vehicle control, and anaccident.

Campaign:
07E088000 on 10/29/2007
Component:
Equipment
Affected:
121,680
Defect:
Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
Consequence:
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Correction:
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

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