Recall 79V-175: 1978 Buick Century, 1978 Buick Regal and 6 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Jul 23, 1979, covering about 1,896,222 vehicles.
The problem
Under certain driving conditions, these vehicles can experience temperatures in the front wheel outer bearing area which can affect the wheel bearing grease. This can result in inadequate lubrication of the bearing. This condition may be further aggravated by improper adjustment of the front wheel spindle nut.
The fix
The dealer will install new front wheel outer bearings packed with grease and the spindle will be coated with lubricant. New grease retainer caps will also be installed to maintain grease in outer bearing. This will be done free of charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; wheels; bearing grease.consequences of defect: continued operation of the vehicle along withinadequate lubrication may cause failure of the front wheel outer bearing andthe spindle. Loss of vehicle control and an accident may result.note: bearing and spindle failure may be preceded by a noticeable vibration andnoise coming from the front end of the vehicle.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 79V175000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Century | 1978 | All years |
| Buick Regal | 1978 | All years |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1978 | All years |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1978 | All years |
| GMC Caballero | 1978 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Lemans | 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 79V-175?
Under certain driving conditions, these vehicles can experience temperatures in the front wheel outer bearing area which can affect the wheel bearing grease. This can result in inadequate lubrication of the bearing. This condition may be further aggravated by improper adjustment of the front wheel spindle nut.
How is recall 79V-175 fixed?
The dealer will install new front wheel outer bearings packed with grease and the spindle will be coated with lubricant. New grease retainer caps will also be installed to maintain grease in outer bearing. This will be done 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.