Front: shock absorberRecall 87V-128 · Chevrolet and GMC vehicles
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall 87V-128 covers 312 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles for a front: shock absorber problem, reported to NHTSA on August 10, 1987.
Source: NHTSA recall 87V128000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
INCORRECT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER UPPER AND LOWER NUTS COULD LOOSEN.
The risk
SHOCK ABSORBER COULD DETACH AND COME IN CONTACT WITHFRONT BRAKE HOSE; THIS CONTACT COULD RESULT IN A LEAK IN THE HOSE AND LOSS OFFRONT BRAKES.
The fix
REPLACE FREE SPINNING NUTS WITH TORQUE NUTS.
SYSTEM: SHOCK ABSORBER NUTSVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS.
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 April 1, 1986 to January 1, 1987. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.