Leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axleRecall 88V-068 · Autocar and White Gmc vehicles

VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP recall 88V-068 covers 66 Autocar and White Gmc vehicles for a leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle problem, reported to NHTSA on April 20, 1988.

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Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet
Vehicles affected665 models
ReportedApr 20, 1988Owners notified May 16, 1988
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 88V068000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

INCORRECT BOLTS MAY HAVE BEEN USED TO ATTACH THE REAR SUSPENSION TO THE CROSSMEMBER.

The risk

BOLTS MAY NOT PROPERLY RETAIN REAR SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER

What to do

The fix

INSTALL CORRECT BOLTS.

SYSTEM: SUSPENSION.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

5 models

Vehicles in this recall

Built from March 1, 1987 to February 1, 1988. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.