Defect Description For Recall
Under Certain Driving Conditions, Including Extended Severe Braking, The Wheel Bearing Area May Encounter Temperatures That Can Cause The Grease To Migrate Out Of The Bearing Area. This Will Reduce The Amount Of Lubrication Available To The Bearings And Result In Front Wheel Bearing Failure And Spindle Damage.
Make Of Vehicle
BUICK
Model Of Vehicle
SKYHAWK
Year
1975
Recall Campaign Number
78V242000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Replace The Front Wheel Bearings And Associated Parts On All Involved Vehicles Free Of Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19750801
End Of Manufacture
19760701
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
130965
Date Owners Notified
19790228
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
19781106