Power train: axle assemblyRecall 79V-042 · 1979 FIAT X1/9
FIAT MOTORS OF N.A., INC. recall 79V-042 covers 2,800 1979 FIAT X1/9 for a power train: axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on January 2, 1979.
Source: NHTSA recall 79V042000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
THE ALLEN HEAD BOLTS SECURING THE AXLE SHAFTS TO THE DIFFERENTIAL AND REAR WHEEL HUBS, MAY HAVE BEEN INSUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED DURING ASSEMBLY. INSUFFICIENT TORQUE MAY RESULT IN THE LOOSENING OF THE ALLEN HEAD BOLTS DURING THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF THE AXLE SHAFTS FROM EITHER THE DIFFERENTIAL OR REAR WHEEL HUB FLANGES.
The fix
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, RETORQUE THE ALLEN HEAD BOLTS OF THE AXLE SHAFTS TO ENSURE THAT THE BOLTS MEET THE PROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS, FREE OF CHARGE.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; AXLE SHAFT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: DETACHMENT OF THE AXLE SHAFT COULD CAUSE LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.