Recall 77V-200: 1978 Buick Lesabre, 1978 Cadillac Deville and 7 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Nov 16, 1977, covering about 4,504 vehicles.

NHTSA number

77V-200

Report date

Nov 16, 1977

Vehicles affected

4,504

Owners notified

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The problem

The rear wheel mounting bolts on the affected vehicles, are brittle and therefore may fracture. This brittleness is due to improper heat treatment during manufacture. If the bolts break, the tire and wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle.

The fix

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, will replace defective bolts on all axles and the ten rear axle wheel mounting bolts, free of charge.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; rear wheel mounting bolts.consequences of defect: if separation occurs under vehicle operation, loss ofvehicle control without prior warning and an accident could result.

Recall details

Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Component	Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	77V200000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Buick Lesabre	1978	All years
Cadillac Deville	1978	All years
Cadillac Limousine	1978	All years
Chevrolet Caprice	1978	All years
Chevrolet Impala	1978	All years
Oldsmobile 88	1978	All years
Pontiac Bonneville	1978	All years
Pontiac Bonneville Brougham	1978	All years
Pontiac Catalina	1978	All 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-200?

How is recall 77V-200 fixed?

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, will replace defective bolts on all axles and the ten rear axle wheel mounting bolts, 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.