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Chevrolet C20 Recall 82V081: Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft

NHTSA campaign 82V081, reported August 24, 1982, 8,881 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 82V081GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Problem
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS RECEIVED IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT DURING MANUFACTURE. THE SHAFT MAY BREAK AND THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD DISENGAGE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Risk
Remedy
DEALER WILL REPLACE BOTH REAR AXLE SHAFT ASSEMBLIES, IF NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A 9.5 INCH RING GEAR REAR AXLE.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR AXLE SHAFTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SHOULD SEPARATION OCCUR WHILE VEHICLE IS IN OPERATION,DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND HAVE AN ACCIDENT.

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet C201982
Chevrolet K201982
Chevrolet P201982
GMC C201982
GMC K201982
GMC P201982