NHTSA Recall 77V098000: Suspension: lower arm
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 107,584 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Chevrolet C20.
| NHTSA campaign | 77V098000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER ARM |
| Report received | June 22, 1977 |
| Owner notification | June 24, 1977 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The front suspension control arms were assembled with ball joints which may contain sockets that were not properly heat-treated. This may cause the socket to wear rapidly and allow the ball joint stud to separate from the socket, causing either the left or right wheel suspension to collapse.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, where necessary, will replace the ball joints without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks.system: suspension; independent front control arm, lower.consequences of defect: if suspension collapses while vehicle is in motion,loss of vehicle control and an accident could occur.
Vehicles covered by recall 77V098000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet C20 | 1975, 1976 |
| Chevrolet C30 | 1975, 1976 |
| Chevrolet G30 | 1975, 1976 |
| Chevrolet P20 | 1975, 1976 |
| Chevrolet P30 | 1975, 1976 |
| GMC C20 | 1975 |
| GMC C30 | 1975 |
| GMC G30 | 1975 |
| GMC P20 | 1975, 1976 |
| GMC P30 | 1975, 1976 |
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.