Key Takeaway

SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER by BEATRICE FOODS COMPANY was recalled on October 12, 1979. What to do: DEALER WILL REPOSITION THE SHOCK ABSORBER TO ELIMINATE CONTACT WITH THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.

NHTSA Ongoing

SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER

Recalled: October 12, 1979 ~986 units affected 78V128

Description

THE UPPER SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING BOLTS COULD MOVE FORWARD FAR ENOUGH TO HIT AND DAMAGE THE MAIN HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE WHEN VEHICLE IS OPERATED OVER EXTREMELY ROUGH SURFACES. (THIS COULD OCCUR ON BOTH THE ROAD SIDE AND CURB SIDE OF THE FRONT AXLE ONLY). DAMAGE TO THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE COULD CAUSE COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE.

Remedy

DEALER WILL REPOSITION THE SHOCK ABSORBER TO ELIMINATE CONTACT WITH THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.

Products Affected

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Company Information

BEATRICE FOODS COMPANY

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Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: DEALER WILL REPOSITION THE SHOCK ABSORBER TO ELIMINATE CONTACT WITH THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.

Where can I find the original recall notice?

This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.

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