Safety Recall NHTSA · 77V008000 Reported January 18, 1977

Structure:frame:members and body:truck:cab:latches

White Motor Corporation · N/A · 8,168 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
77V008000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
8,168
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 18, 1977

Defect Summary

The involved vehicles may have been equipped with aluminum grab handles. These handles can crack through the upper mounting hole and eventually fail.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace the aluminum handles on all affected vehicles, free of charge.

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 White Motor Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 77V008000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
View Official NHTSA Notice →
Related

Similar Recalls

Other recalls from White Motor Corporation or involving N/A.

FAQ: Recall 77V008000

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

What is recall 77V008000?

NHTSA recall 77V008000 was issued by White Motor Corporation on January 18, 1977. It addresses: Structure:frame:members and body:truck:cab:latches. The recall affects approximately 8,168 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized White Motor Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 77V008000 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.