Defect Description For Recall
The Rear Brake Drums Were Not Correctly Machined. As The Vehicle Is Driven, Loss Of Wheel Clamp Load Can Result From This Condition. Once Clamp Load Is Lost, All Tire Loads Are Directly Taken By The Wheel Studs. This Loading Can Cause Fatigue Failure Of The Wheel Studs.
Make Of Vehicle
GEO
Model Of Vehicle
METRO
Year
1995
Recall Campaign Number
94V213000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum
Effect Of Defect
If This Occurs, A Wheel Could Separate From The Vehicle, And A Crash Could Occur Without Prior Warning.
Fix Defect
Replace Rear Brake Drums.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19941001
End Of Manufacture
19941001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
435
Date Owners Notified
19941111
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
19941026