Power Train — Automatic Transmission

Date Announced
APR 28, 1978
Vehicles Affected
61,417
NHTSA Campaign #
78V096000
Summary
Some of these vehicles may be equipped with automatic transmissions that were assembled with improperly manufactured cast iron extension housings. The housings have mislocated cast cam plate stops. A mislocated stop may prevent the transmission from locking in the park position when the gear shift selector lever is placed in the "P" (park) position. If this occurs a driver may rely upon the reading on the gearshift selector lever indicator and may assume that the transmission parking gear is engaged.
Actions
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmission extension housing without charge to owner.