Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V205000 Reported September 12, 1979

Suspension:single axle:rear:control arm

General Motors, Llc · Suspension · 227 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V205000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
227
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 12, 1979

Defect Summary

The bolts that attached the rear suspension control arms to the frame and axle may be defective and the bolt head may separate from the bolt shank. This could allow the control arm to come loose.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace all suspect rear suspension control arm bolts prior to delivery. This will be done 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 General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 79V205000 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 79V205000

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

What is recall 79V205000?

NHTSA recall 79V205000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 12, 1979. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:control arm. The recall affects approximately 227 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V205000 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.