Oldsmobile Starfire 1975
Model Starfire made in 1975 by Oldsmobile got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, suspension.
Model 1975
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 - MECHANICAL - CARRIER/RACK | ||||||||||||||||
| 75V129000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 98631 | 07/11/1975 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 07/14/1975 | 10/12/1979 | ||||||||
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| Notes | Hatchback only general motors campaign no 75-c-12.possibility the strength ofthe j bolt (hook) furnished may be inadequate in the event of a severefrontal collision when the spare tire is mounted on the rear compartment floor.if such a collision occurs.the j bolt could straighten to such an extentthat the spare tire and wheel may become loose and travel forward into thepassenger area of the vehicle, increasing the possiblity of occupant injury.(correct by inspecting and replacing with heavier duty j hook.) | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | ||||||||||||||||
| 78V242000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1975 to 07/01/1976 | V (Vehicle) | 130965 | 02/28/1979 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/06/1978 | 10/12/1979 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Under certain driving conditions, including extended severe braking, the wheel bearing area may encounter temperatures that can cause the grease to migrate out of the bearing area. this will reduce the amount of lubrication available to the bearings and result in front wheel bearing failure and spindle damage. | |||||||||||||||
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| Corrective Summary | The dealer will replace the front wheel bearings and associated parts on all involved vehicles free of charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; front wheel bearing and spindle.consequences of defect: complete bearing failure and spindle damage could causeloss of vehicle control and an accident.note: complete wheel bearing failure is usually preceded by a noticeable frontend vibration or noise. | |||||||||||||||