Defect Description For Recall
Under Certain Driving Conditions, These Vehicles Can Experience Temperatures In The Front Wheel Outer Bearing Area Which Can Affect The Wheel Bearing Grease. This Can Result In Inadequate Lubrication Of The Bearing. This Condition May Be Further Aggravated By Improper Adjustment Of The Front Wheel Spindle Nut.
Make Of Vehicle
GMC
Model Of Vehicle
CABALLERO
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
79V175000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Install New Front Wheel Outer Bearings Packed With Grease And The Spindle Will Be Coated With Lubricant. New Grease Retainer Caps Will Also Be Installed To Maintain Grease In Outer Bearing. This Will Be Done Free Of Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19770801
End Of Manufacture
19780701
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1896222
Date Owners Notified
19790824
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
19790723