Recall 82V-043: 1972–1977 Rockwell Sewer Rodder
ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 10, 1982, covering about 1,812 vehicles.
The problem
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment". Also, potential overloading of the vehicle may occur due to inadequate axle springs which would not properly equip the vehicle for highway driving.
The fix
Dealer will inspect and provide the proper certification labels and upgrade the axle springs at no cost to owner. Rear lighting and reflectors will be checked and corrected, if necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks and trailers.system: equipment; certification labels.consequences of defect: inadequate rear lighting would present a safety hazardand could lead to an accident. Also, if vehicle is overloaded, axle springfailure could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 82V043000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Rockwell Sewer Rodder | 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 | 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 82V-043?
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment". Also, potential overloading of the vehicle may occur due to inadequate axle springs which would not properly equip the vehicle for highway driving.
How is recall 82V-043 fixed?
Dealer will inspect and provide the proper certification labels and upgrade the axle springs at no cost to owner. Rear lighting and reflectors will be checked and corrected, if necessary.
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.