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Chevrolet Corvette Recall 88V017: Wheels:Hubcap/Cover

NHTSA campaign 88V017, reported February 9, 1988, 4,901 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 88V017GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Component
WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER
Problem
MISSING WELD THAT ATTACHES WHEEL CENTER TO THE RIM COULD ALLOW WHEEL CENTER TO SEPARATE FROM THE RIM.
Risk
THIS COULD RESULT IN PARTIAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROLAND BRAKES, LOSS OF TIRE AIR PRESSURE, AND SUDDEN CHANGE IN VEHICLE DIRECTION,WHICH COULD RESULT IN CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy
REPLACE WHEELS WITH MISSING WELDS.
Notes
SYSTEM: WHEEL WELDS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 17 INCH WHEELS.

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Corvette1988