Chevrolet C Series 1978

Model C Series made in 1978 by Chevrolet got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, equipment.

Model 1978

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
01I004000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. IODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/08/200106/05/2001
Defect SummaryThis is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: 1973-1979 light duty pickup trucks and vans equipped with flexible engine cooling fans. the flex fans were installed on vehicles equipped with a heavy cooling system and without air conditioning. over time, cracks can develop in the fan blade due to fatigue, engine modifications, or vehicle crashes.
Consequence SummaryThis could result in separation of the fan blades, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Corrective SummaryOwners are being asked to inspect the fan assembly to confirm if it is equipped with the fan in question. the fan assembly has seven fan blades and is identified by part number 336032 on each fan blade. if the vehicle is equipped with the flexible fan assembly, you should replace the fan. a new four-blade fixed pitch fan (part number 461317) will be available within the next few weeks. gm recommends that you never stand in line with or near the engine cooling fan when revving the engine. for the owner's protection, the hood should be closed when revving the engine. gm has decided to conduct a service campaign to advise owners to replace the fan assembly. owners can contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782, concerning this program.
Notes
EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - CARRIER/RACK
78V177000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)23769308/15/1978MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.08/15/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe nut on the carrier support bolt assembly may break which would allow the entire wheel and tire assembly to separate from the vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the tire and wheel carrier bolt assembly at no charge.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks.system: equipment; spare tire mount.consequences of defect: if the spare tire and wheel separates from the vehicle,it could roll free and endanger other vehicles on the road.