Chevrolet Monza 1977

Model Monza made in 1977 by Chevrolet got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, equipment.

Model 1977

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 - ENGINE
79V081000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)17200005/25/1979MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/30/197910/12/1979
Defect SummaryOperation of the vehicle in a manner which produces hard bottoming out of the front suspension may cause deformation of the left engine mount support structure and allow the engine mount bracket to contact the steering pitman arm or steering linkage.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryAn engine mount support bracket reinforcement kit will be installed on the left front engine mount support structure without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with l-4 151 cid engines.system: suspension.consequences of defect: increased steering effort may be required which cancause loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: over a period of time, contact may be felt and heard.
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.