Recall 77V-008: 1969–1975 White Truck Road Commander

WHITE MOTOR CORPORATION recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Jan 18, 1977, covering about 8,168 vehicles.

NHTSA number
77V-008
Report date
Jan 18, 1977
Vehicles affected
8,168
Owners notified
Jan 12, 1977

The problem

The involved vehicles may have been equipped with aluminum grab handles. These handles can crack through the upper mounting hole and eventually fail.

The fix

The dealer will replace the aluminum handles on all affected vehicles, free of charge.

Notes

Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: structure; grab handles.consequences of defect: should failure occur while in service, persons enteringor leaving the vehicle could receive serious injury.

Recall details

ManufacturerWHITE MOTOR CORPORATION
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number77V008000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
White Truck Road Commander1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 77V-008?

The involved vehicles may have been equipped with aluminum grab handles. These handles can crack through the upper mounting hole and eventually fail.

How is recall 77V-008 fixed?

The dealer will replace the aluminum handles on all affected vehicles, free of charge.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.