Kelsey-hayes Company | NHTSA Recall #79V157000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V157000 by Kelsey-hayes Company. Includes 27 affected units, EQUIPMENT:OTHER PIECES:TRAILER HITCHES AND ATTACHM, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The combined rear bumper and trailer hitch mount welds may develop cracks due to stresses generated in normal service. Cracks could eventually result in failure of the mounting bracket, causing partial or total separation of the trailer from the towing vehicle.

Corrective Action

Replacement rear bumpers and hitch mounting brackets will be provided, or vehicles may be returned to the plant for installation by manufacturer.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V157000

Manufacturer: Kelsey-hayes Company

Report Received Date: 1979-06-19T00:00:00

Subject: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 27

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The combined rear bumper and trailer hitch mount welds may develop cracks due to stresses generated in normal service. Cracks could eventually result in failure of the mounting bracket, causing partial or total separation of the trailer from the towing vehicle.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Replacement rear bumpers and hitch mounting brackets will be provided, or vehicles may be returned to the plant for installation by manufacturer.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-cmb5-52et~d5q9

NHTSA ID: 79V157000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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