Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1981
Model Monte Carlo made in 1981 by Chevrolet got 2 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to service brakes, hydraulic, suspension. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There were some recalls concerningequipment, suspension.
Model 1981
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
07E088000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 121680 | 11/08/2007 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/24/2007 | 10/30/2007 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Certain 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 Summary | This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Honeywell 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Customers 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 | ||||||||||||||||
81V025000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1977 to 12/01/1980 | V (Vehicle) | 5821160 | 03/09/1981 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/25/1981 | 03/06/1981 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The 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 Summary | Both rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: 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. |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
EA86006 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/27/1985 | 11/28/1988 | BRAKE BACKING PLATE | ||
There is no summary currently available |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | |||
03/22/1998 | 1 | ||
Wheel cylinder fell apart. | |||
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | |||
11/30/1996 | 1 | ||
Lower ball joint replaced and stud snapped resulting in failure. |