WheelsRecall 81V-139 · 1980–1981 Iveco Z100
IVECO TRUCK OF N.A., INC. recall 81V-139 covers 641 1980–1981 Iveco Z100 for a wheels problem, reported to NHTSA on November 16, 1981.
Source: NHTSA recall 81V139000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
DUE TO AN INTERFERENCE PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT AXLE BRAKE DRUM MOUNTING BOLTS, THE SPARE WHEEL MAY NOT SEAT SECURELY AGAINST THE HUB WHEN PLACED ON THE FRONT AXLE.
The fix
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE SPARE RIM WITH A RIM OF THE CORRECT DESIGN. THE PROBLEM SHOULD BE CORRECTED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH KRONPRINZ SPARE WHEELS.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; SPARE WHEEL.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: AN INSECURE OR LOOSE WHEEL COULD CAUSE VEHICLE HANDLINGPROBLEMS AND COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.