Safety Recall NHTSA · 77E009000 Reported June 7, 1977

Suspension:single axle:rear:non-power axle:axle as

Kelsey-hayes Company · Suspension · 2,600 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
77E009000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
2,600
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
June 7, 1977

Defect Summary

The involved axles may have been welded with cold forged spindles that may fracture during vehicle operation.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace all involved axles.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kelsey-hayes Company dealer and reference recall ID 77E009000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 77E009000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 77E009000?

NHTSA recall 77E009000 was issued by Kelsey-hayes Company on June 7, 1977. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:non-power axle:axle as. The recall affects approximately 2,600 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kelsey-hayes Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 77E009000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.