1978 PLYMOUTH FURY Recalls (2)

Campaign:
77V132000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/linings
Affected:
89
Defect:
Incorrect rear brake linings were installed on the involved vehicles. this does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems". the existing brake linings could allow brake fluid to leak, causing partial loss of braking.
Correction:
Dealer will replace the rear brake lining with the proper lining, without charge.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; rear brake lining.consequences of defect: partial loss of braking capability could lead to a lossof vehicle control and an accident.

Campaign:
77V211000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Affected:
22,000
Defect:
The columns may contain steering shafts in which the steering column coupling roll pin retaining notch was machined too deep. this may cause the steering wheel shaft to become disengaged from the rest of the steering assembly.
Correction:
Dealer will install a cotter pin through the roll pin to ensure retention, at no cost to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with tilt steering wheels.system: steering assembly; steering column coupling.consequences of defect: this condition would result in loss of steeringcapability and, possibly, loss of vehicle control and an accident.

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