Lear Siegler, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #77E024000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 77E024000 by Lear Siegler, Inc.. Includes 5,318 affected units, SUSPENSION:SINGLE AXLE:REAR:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Pivot connection lock nuts on the involved suspension systems may not have been properly tightened. The nut could fall off the bolt if not retorqued after a short period of time in service. The bolt head can then move out of position far enough to make contact with the edge of the tread on the inside dual tire, which can destroy the tire. However, if the pivot bolt was incorrectly installed with the bolt head away from the tire, it may fall out, allowing the equalizing beam to separate from the frame bracket. If other suspension components, such as the axle connection, are worn and not maintained, loss of the pivot bolt will lead to vehicle instability.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install replacement lock nuts and tighten them to the proper specifications without charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 77E024000

Manufacturer: Lear Siegler, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1977-11-03T00:00:00

Subject: Suspension:single axle:rear:air suspension system

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 5,318

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Pivot connection lock nuts on the involved suspension systems may not have been properly tightened. The nut could fall off the bolt if not retorqued after a short period of time in service. The bolt head can then move out of position far enough to make contact with the edge of the tread on the inside dual tire, which can destroy the tire. However, if the pivot bolt was incorrectly installed with the bolt head away from the tire, it may fall out, allowing the equalizing beam to separate from the frame bracket. If other suspension components, such as the axle connection, are worn and not maintained, loss of the pivot bolt will lead to vehicle instability.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will install replacement lock nuts and tighten them to the proper specifications without charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 77E024000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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