Pontiac · Canada · High
Pontiac Phoenix, Ventura: Not Entered
Affects Pontiac Phoenix, Ventura · 1977–1978 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH 7 1/2" REAR AXLE ASSEMBLIES (CODED "O") THAT HAVE A METAL FLAW IN THE AXLE SHAFT. THE AXLE SHAFT MAY BREAK AND ALLOW THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational