| Make : FIAT | Model : STRADA | Year : 1979 |
| Build Dates : 19780901 - 19791001 | ||
| NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 79V251000 | ||
| Date Owners Notified: 19800327 | Date Received by ODI: 19791120 | Date Added to Database: 19791219 |
| Manufacturer(s) Involved: FIAT MOTORS OF N.A., INC. | ||
| Manufacturer(s) Responsible for the Recall: FIAT MOTORS OF N.A., INC. | ||
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| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR | ||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 8640 | ||
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Summary of the Safety Concern:
THE NUT SECURING THE FRONT SWAY BAR TO THE LOWER CONTROL ARM MAY BECOME LOOSE, CAUSING THE FRONT SUSPENSION TO FAIL. |
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Consequence:
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Remedy:
THE EXISTING NUT WILL BE REPLACED AND TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS. AN ADDITIONAL LOCKING NUT WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | Vehicles Report | |
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Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
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