1978 GMC C35 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:: 78V177000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Equipment:mechanical:carrier/rack
Affected:: 237,693
Defect:: The nut on the carrier support bolt assembly may break which would allow the entire wheel and tire assembly to separate from the vehicle.
Correction:: Dealer will replace the tire and wheel carrier bolt assembly at no charge.
Notes:: Vehicle description: light trucks.system: equipment; spare tire mount.consequences of defect: if the spare tire and wheel separates from the vehicle,it could roll free and endanger other vehicles on the road.