Investigation DP96009: 1979 GMC Sierra

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jun 18, 1996

Closed

Dec 3, 1996

Model years

1979

Subject

Flex fan failure

Component: Engine and engine cooling

Summary

Joseph e. Wallen of amdursky, pelky, fennell & wallen, p.c., representing mr. Bradford butler, petitioned the agency to investigate whether the flex fan blades (part number 336032) manufactured by canadian fram are alleged defective within the meaning of 49 u.s.c. Chapter 301.mr. Butler was serious injuried when he was struck by a broken piece of the fan blade

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.