Power train: axle assemblyRecall 73V-018 · 1971–1972 Fwd FWD
FWD CORPORATION recall 73V-018 covers 248 1971–1972 Fwd FWD for a power train: axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on January 29, 1973.
Source: NHTSA recall 73V018000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
What's wrong
The problem
What to do
The fix
The remedy has not been described yet.
FWD CAMPAIGN NO N/A.VARIOUS EQUIPPED W/SINGLE & TANDEM REAR AXLE.POSSIBILITY OF SKEIN STUD FAILURES DUE TO EXCESSIVE HARDENING OF STUDS ALLOWINGAXLE SKEIN TO SEPARATE FROM AXLE HOUSING.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND REPLACESTUD WITH REDUCED HARDNESS.)
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.