Leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axleRecall 72V-165 · Chevrolet and GMC vehicles
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall 72V-165 covers 79 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles for a leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle problem, reported to NHTSA on July 5, 1972.
Source: NHTSA recall 72V165000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
The fix
The remedy has not been described yet.
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 72-C-06.GMC CAMPAIGN NO 72-C-7.HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS.POSSIBILITY THAT REAR SPRING "V" BOLTS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT-TREATED AND ARESUBJECT TO BREAKAGE IN 90 BEND RADIUS.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGBOLTS WHERE NECESSARY.)
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 1, 1972 to March 1, 1972. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.