DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN: AXLE ASSEMBLY: AXLE SHAFT

Description
The rear wheel bearings on the involved vehicles, may have received an inadequate amount of lubrication.  This condition would initially cause the roller bearings to develop a rumbling noise.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The dealer will either lubricate the bearings or replace them with new bearings and seals with lubrication at no charge to owner.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; axle, wheel bearings.consequences of defect: if allowed to continue in this condition, the bearingswill heat up and eventually seize.  This may lead to the rear axle separatinginto pieces, the wheel separating from the vehicle, loss of braking capability,and a vehicle accident.