Vehicle recall 79V254000 · December 3, 1979

1979 Chevrolet LUV Pick UP

The front suspension upper control arm shaft attaching bolts may loosen on the involved vehicles.

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

Summary: The front suspension upper control arm shaft attaching bolts may loosen on the involved vehicles. The loosened condition of the control arm can result in incorrect front wheel alignment and a noticeable increase in steering effort. If this condition is not corrected the attaching bolts may fall out or pull through the frame bracket. The unattached control arm shaft could chafe against the brake pipe and lead to brake pipe failure.
Remedy: Dealer will replace the front suspension upper control arm shaft attachment on all suspect vehicles. If the control arm has detached from the shock tower, the brake pipe will be inspected and replaced if damaged.
Notes: Vehicle description: trucks.system: suspension; attaching bolts.consequences of defect: this defect may result in loss of brake fluid anddegraded braking capability leading to a vehicle accident.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 79V254000
Reported to NHTSA: December 3, 1979
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: December 8, 1979
Vehicles potentially affected: 15,981
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper arm

Recall 79V254000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Chevrolet LUV Pick UP (1979): 1979

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