1988 WHITE GMC WHL Recalls (2)

Campaign:
88V113000 on 07/20/1988
Component:
Suspension:multiple axle
Manufactured:
05/31/1988 - 05/31/1988
Affected:
119
Defect:
Axle seat used on rear axle may be too hard (brittle) and could crack.
Consequence:
The affected axle would be loose, affecting steering anddirectional control, which could result in loss of vehicle control and anaccident.
Correction:
Replace suspect axle seat.
Notes:
System: rear axle seat.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks 33,000 lbs. gvwr and greater.

Campaign:
88V174000 on 11/30/1988
Component:
Electrical system:wiring
Manufactured:
02/29/1988 - 08/31/1988
Affected:
234
Defect:
Grounding of the ac power source may be defective (or there may be no electrical grounding at the ac power source).
Consequence:
Anyone coming into physical contact with the truck whileit is connected to a non ground ac power source may receive an electrical shocksufficient to cause personal injury or death.
Correction:
Rewire engine block heater to assure proper grounding.
Notes:
System: electrical.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.

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