Chevrolet El Camino 1981

Model El Camino made in 1981 by Chevrolet got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, suspension and wheels.

Model 1981

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 - REAR
81V025000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1977 to 12/01/1980V (Vehicle)582116003/09/1981MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/25/198103/06/1981
Defect SummaryThe bolts that attach the lower rear control arm to the frame may fracture. the rear control arm supports and positions the rear axle. fracture of the bolts would allow the control arm to drop free.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryBoth rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.
NotesSystem: suspension; rear control arm attaching bolts.vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.consequences of defect: if the fracture occurs when the vehicle is in motion,it could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
WHEELS - CENTER SECTION
81V036000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 09/01/1980 to 10/01/1980V (Vehicle)669003/30/1981MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/23/198104/08/1981
Defect SummaryTx heavy duty wheels may have been manufactured with laminated steel. the wheel disc may fracture and the wheel and tire could partially or completely separate from the vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe defective wheels will be replaced without charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks equipped with txheavy duty wheels.system: suspension; wheels.consequences of defect: if separation of wheel and tire from vehicle occurswhile vehicle is in motion, driver could experience loss of vehicle control andhave an accident.