Defect Description For Recall
The Combined Rear Bumper And Trailer Hitch Mount Welds May Develop Cracks Due To Stresses Generated In Normal Service. Cracks Could Eventually Result In Failure Of The Mounting Bracket, Causing Partial Or Total Separation Of The Trailer From The Towing Vehicle.
Make Of Vehicle
KELSEY HAYES
Model Of Vehicle
KELSEY HAYES
Year
1979
Recall Campaign Number
79V157000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Replacement Rear Bumpers And Hitch Mounting Brackets Will Be Provided, Or Vehicles May Be Returned To The Plant For Installation By Manufacturer.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kelsey-Hayes Company
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
19790101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
27
Date Owners Notified
19790614
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kelsey-Hayes
Date Report Received
19790619