General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #78V242000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 78V242000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 130,965 affected units, SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT:BEARING WHEEL, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Under certain driving conditions, including extended severe braking, the wheel bearing area may encounter temperatures that can cause the grease to migrate out of the bearing area. This will reduce the amount of lubrication available to the bearings and result in front wheel bearing failure and spindle damage.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace the front wheel bearings and associated parts on all involved vehicles free of charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 78V242000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 1978-11-06T00:00:00

Subject: Suspension:independent front:bearing wheel

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 130,965

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Under certain driving conditions, including extended severe braking, the wheel bearing area may encounter temperatures that can cause the grease to migrate out of the bearing area. This will reduce the amount of lubrication available to the bearings and result in front wheel bearing failure and spindle damage.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will replace the front wheel bearings and associated parts on all involved vehicles free of charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 78V242000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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