NHTSA Recall 72V164000: Axle assembly (power train)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 526,000 vehicles. It affects 1971–1972 Chevrolet Vega.
| NHTSA campaign | 72V164000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | July 5, 1972 |
| Owner notification | July 7, 1972 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Not provided.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Not provided.
Notes
Chevrolet campaign no 72-c-09.possibility that rear axle shaft may haveinsufficient thrust button length.could permit excessive end play and allowaxle shaft to move inboard to point that "c" lock will disengage.axle shaftand wheel could then move outboard of quarter panel and allow vehicle to dropdown onto rear suspension.(correct by inspecting and replacing axle wherenecessary.)
Vehicles covered by recall 72V164000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.