Vehicle recall 79V240000 · October 30, 1979

Jeep CJ Series and American Motors Eagle

Some of the involved vehicles may have incorrect universal joint fasteners.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Some of the involved vehicles may have incorrect universal joint fasteners. These fasteners may loosen and allow the propeller shaft to disconnect from the axle or transfer case.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the universal joint fasteners at no cost to owner.
Notes: Vehicle description: jeeps.system: power train; driveline, universal joint.consequences of defect: a disconnected propeller shaft can lead to loss ofvehicle control and an accident.note: a clunking noise may indicate that fasteners have loosened. If thishappens, vehicle should not be driven until repairs are performed.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 79V240000
Reported to NHTSA: October 30, 1979
Filed by: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Owner notification: June 18, 1980
Vehicles potentially affected: 666
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Power train › Driveline › Universal joint

Recall 79V240000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

American Motors Eagle (1980): 1980
Jeep CJ Series (1979-1980): 1980, 1979

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