Chevrolet C30 1978

Model C30 made in 1978 by Chevrolet got 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. The car had one investigation (fuel system, gasoline). There were some recalls concerningequipment and suspension.

Model 1978

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT
07E088000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)12168011/08/2007MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.10/24/200710/30/2007
Defect SummaryCertain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
Consequence SummaryThis condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
NotesCustomers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
SUSPENSION
78V116000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 11/01/1977 to 12/01/1977V (Vehicle)2906/01/1978MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/01/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe left and right front suspension crossmember strut rods, which give added strength, may have been omitted during assembly. consequently, a frame crossmember crack could eventually develop at the forward vertical front suspension bolt.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will install the necessary front left and right rods without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks equipped with hydraulic power brakes.system: suspension; strut rod.consequences of defect: continued operation of vehicle could result inseparation of the crossmember from the frame, loss of vehicle control, and anaccident.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
EA92041GENERAL MOTORS CORP.12/08/199203/09/1995FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY
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