Vehicle recall 78V177000 · August 15, 1978
Chevrolet C Series, GMC C15 and 5 more models
The nut on the carrier support bolt assembly may break which would allow the entire wheel and tire assembly to separate from the vehicle.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The nut on the carrier support bolt assembly may break which would allow the entire wheel and tire assembly to separate from the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealer will replace the tire and wheel carrier bolt assembly at no charge.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: light trucks.system: equipment; spare tire mount.consequences of defect: if the spare tire and wheel separates from the vehicle,it could roll free and endanger other vehicles on the road.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 78V177000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 15, 1978
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Owner notification
- August 15, 1978
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 237,693
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/rack
Vehicles covered
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