Recall 78V-073: 1975–1977 Superior Pacemaker, 1975–1977 Superior Pioneer

SHELLER-GLOBE CORPORATION recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Apr 4, 1978, covering about 29 vehicles.

NHTSA number
78V-073
Report date
Apr 4, 1978
Vehicles affected
29
Owners notified
Mar 27, 1978

The problem

The gross axle weight rating (Gawr) on the involved vehicles may have been incorrectly calculated and thus these vehicles may have been equipped with rear tires having an insufficient ply rating for the intended load requirement. As a result, these vehicles do not comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars".

The fix

Dealer will replace rear tires with tires of the correct ply rating, without charge to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: buses and school buses.system: tires; load rating.consequences of defect: operation of a vehicle equipped with tires of aninadequate rating, loaded to the maximum rated capacity, may result in tiredamage and failure. This could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall details

ManufacturerSHELLER-GLOBE CORPORATION
ComponentTires
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number78V073000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Superior Pacemaker1975, 1976, 1977All years
Superior Pioneer1975, 1976, 1977All 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 78V-073?

The gross axle weight rating (Gawr) on the involved vehicles may have been incorrectly calculated and thus these vehicles may have been equipped with rear tires having an insufficient ply rating for the intended load requirement. As a result, these vehicles do not comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars".

How is recall 78V-073 fixed?

Dealer will replace rear tires with tires of the correct ply rating, without charge to owner.

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.