Suspension: multiple axleRecall 72V-167 · Chevrolet and GMC vehicles
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall 72V-167 covers 1,370 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles for a suspension: multiple axle problem, reported to NHTSA on July 5, 1972.
Source: NHTSA recall 72V167000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
The fix
The remedy has not been described yet.
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 72-C-08.GMC CAMPAIGN NO 72-C-6.POSSIBILITY THATHENDRICKSON REAR SUSPENSION EQUALIZER BEAMS MAY HAVE HAIRLINE CRACKS, CAUSED BYUSE OF WATER RATHER THAN OIL, DURING QUENCHING OF STEEL FORGINGS.CONDITION,AFTER EXTENDED SERVICE, COULD AFFECT BEAMS SO THAT THEY BREAK AND CAUSE VEHICLECONTROL TO BE AFFECTED DUE TO POTENTIAL LOSS OF REAR SUSPENSION.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND REPLACING BEAMS 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 December 1, 1971 to March 1, 1972. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.