Defect Description For Recall
The Drive Shaft Front Centering Spline May Experience Excessive Wear Due To Insufficient Lubrication. This Can Result In Transmission Jamming, A Sudden Elimination Of Power And Handling Difficulties. Excessive Wear Could Also Result In Rear Transmission Housing Damage.
Make Of Vehicle
FIAT
Model Of Vehicle
131
Year
1976
Recall Campaign Number
78V236000
Component Description
Power Train:Manual Transmission
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Drive Shaft Will Be Replaced If Evidence Of Premature Wear Is Found. Also, The Rear Housing And Output Yoke Will Be Replaced With A New Type That Will Permit Sufficient Lubrication Of The Spline. This Will Be Performed Free Of Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fiat Motors Of N.A., Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19740901
End Of Manufacture
19770101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
28975
Date Owners Notified
19781215
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Fiat Motors Of N.A., Inc.
Date Report Received
19781023