Suspension — Rear — Springs — Leaf Spring Assembly

Date Announced

JUL 26, 1985

Vehicles Affected

4,193

NHTSA Campaign #

85V095000

Summary

Rear spring plates may not have been tempered and are not of the proper hardness value. Consequence of defect: The plates could crack and/or break, affect lateral guidance of the rear wheel, and result in loss of control of the car which may cause an accident.

Actions

Test to identify spring plates which are improperly hardened and replace as necessary.