Recall 85V-070: 1983–1984 Grumman Kubvan Trucks

GRUMMAN ALLIED IND., INC. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on May 23, 1985, covering about 533 vehicles.

NHTSA number
85V-070
Report date
May 23, 1985
Vehicles affected
533
Owners notified
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The problem

A cotter pin that retains the nut holding the rear wheel bearing to the axle rod may be missing. Consequence of defect: the nut could loosen allowing the bearing to slide off the axle and the wheel to come off. This could result in a vehicle accident.

The fix

Install the cotter pins, if missing.

Notes

Vehicle description: diesel powered kubvan trucks.system: rear wheel cotter pin.

Recall details

ManufacturerGRUMMAN ALLIED IND., INC.
ComponentWheels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number85V070000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Grumman Kubvan Trucks1983, 1984All 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 85V-070?

A cotter pin that retains the nut holding the rear wheel bearing to the axle rod may be missing. Consequence of defect: the nut could loosen allowing the bearing to slide off the axle and the wheel to come off. This could result in a vehicle accident.

How is recall 85V-070 fixed?

Install the cotter pins, if missing.

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.