1979 KELSEY HAYES WT66 Recall

Campaign:

79V157000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Trailer hitches

Affected:

27

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.

Correction:

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

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.

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