1978 CHEVROLET K30 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

78V101000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Equipment:other:labels

Manufactured:

07/31/1977 - 10/31/1977

Affected:

149

Defect:

The existing certification labels contain incorrect rim size information. this is a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for vehicles other than passenger cars". the existing labels specify the use of 16.5x6.00 rear wheels instead of the correct 16.5x6.75 wheels.

Correction:

A new label will be installed indicating the correct size rear wheel. this will be performed free of charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: light trucks.system: equipment; certification labels.consequences of defect: usage of the wheels specified on the existing labelcould result in wheel failure, loss of vehicle control without warning and anaccident.

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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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