1982 GMC K20 Recall

Campaign:

82V081000 on 09/13/1982

Component:

Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft

Manufactured:

02/28/1982 - 05/31/1982

Affected:

8,881

Defect:

The rear axle shafts received improper heat treatment during manufacture. the shaft may break and the tire and wheel assembly could disengage from the vehicle.

Correction:

Dealer will replace both rear axle shaft assemblies, if necessary, free of charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with a 9.5 inch ring gear rear axle.system: suspension; rear axle shafts.consequences of defect: should separation occur while vehicle is in operation,driver could lose control of vehicle and have an accident.

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