Recall 79V-145: 1979 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce, 1979 Alfa Romeo Veloce

ALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATED recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Jun 12, 1979, covering about 61 vehicles.

NHTSA number
79V-145
Report date
Jun 12, 1979
Vehicles affected
61
Owners notified
Jun 18, 1979

The problem

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims". The tires installed on specified wheels of this vehicle are of incorrect size.

The fix

The dealer will replace the 165 hr tires with five new 185/70 hr 14 tires.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: tires.consequences of defect: this condition could allow the tire to come off the rimfollowing a "blow-out" and would increase the chances of a vehicle accident insuch an event.consequences of defect: in the event of tire deflation, a vehicle accidentcould occur.

Recall details

ManufacturerALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATED
ComponentTires
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number79V145000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce1979All years
Alfa Romeo Veloce1979All 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 79V-145?

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims". The tires installed on specified wheels of this vehicle are of incorrect size.

How is recall 79V-145 fixed?

The dealer will replace the 165 hr tires with five new 185/70 hr 14 tires.

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.