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Safety recall · 89V181000

Power train: driveline Laforza recall

LAFORZA AUTOMOBILES, INC. reported this recall to NHTSA on October 30, 1989. It covers about 189 vehicles across 1 model year listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
89V181000
Reported
Oct 30, 1989
Vehicles
189
Area
Transmission & drivetrain

The problem

An incorrect bolt and nut arrangement and size was used to install both front and rear drive drive shaft assemblies at the differential pinion flanges.

The risk

This could cause the driveshaft to loosen, vibrate andmay result in the driveshaft detaching with potential for loss of control andan accident.

The fix

Install correct attaching bolts and torque to proper specifications.

Contacts

SYSTEM: DRIVESHAFT ATTACHING BOLTS.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Laforza dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 89V181000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1989 Laforza Laforza14-

Questions

Is the 89V181000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. LAFORZA AUTOMOBILES, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 89V181000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 89V181000 announced?

LAFORZA AUTOMOBILES, INC. reported it to NHTSA on October 30, 1989. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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