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Vehicle recall 81V007000 · January 9, 1981

1981 American Motors Eagle

The front axle hub spacer may have been omitted from the front hub and bearing carrier assemblies.

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

Summary
The front axle hub spacer may have been omitted from the front hub and bearing carrier assemblies. This condition could allow excessive front wheel bearing movement resulting in wheel bearing damage.
Remedy
Dealer will replace front spacer and wheel bearing at no charge to owners.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; front axle hub and bearing assembly.consequences of defect: wheel bearing damage may occur without prior warningand an accident could result.note: vehicle should not be driven until the necessary repairs have been made.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
81V007000
Reported to NHTSA
January 9, 1981
Filed by
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Owner notification
December 18, 1980
Vehicles potentially affected
505
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Power train › Axle hubs
Recall 81V007000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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