Alfa Romeo Alfetta 1976

Model Alfetta made in 1976 by Alfa Romeo got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningpower train, seat belts and steering.

Model 1976

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
78V057000ALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATEDfrom 09/01/1975 to 08/01/1977V (Vehicle)250004/26/1978MFRALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATED03/17/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryUnder severe use, the high hysteresis rear rubber coupling of the drive shaft may develop fatigue resulting in transmission vibrations.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace defective rear rubber coupling and flange with a modified version, without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: power train; transmission, driveshaft.consequences of defect: if in this condition sustained high speeds aremaintained, the rubber coupling may disintegrate. this could lead to a vehicleaccident.note: excessive vibration in the drive train components, followed by a loudclunking noise, may indicate that the defect is present.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
76V043000ALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)200403/18/1976MFRALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATED03/16/197610/12/1979
Defect Summary
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary
NotesAlfa romeo campaign no 083450.coupes and sedans.possibility of improperinstallation of front outboard seat belt retractor.if this condition existsthe seat belt retracting mechansim may not lock up the shoulderharness.insuch cases and in the event of a collision, the seaths occupant could besubject to bodily injury upon impact.(correct by inspecting and replacingbelts and mounting).
STEERING - RACK AND PINION
77V038000ALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)400003/15/1977MFRALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATED03/16/197710/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe bolts which secure the steering rack assembly to the chassis may not have been properly tightened and as a result may become loose. an increasing amount of steering wheel play may develop.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will tighten all loose bolts to specifications, free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: steering; steering rack attaching bolts.consequences of defect: loss of steering control could result in loss ofvehicle control and an accident.note: an audible clunking sound may be heard on left or right hand turns,signifying loose bolts.