3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The plastic transmission shift linkage bushings installed on the involved vehicles may become heat damaged because they are located near the mini-catalytic converter. This condition could alter the adjusted relationship of the transmission shift linkage, causing the transmission to be in a gear position other than that indicated by the gear shift selector.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the plastic bushings with steel bushings and install retaining clips to ensure that shift rod is securely engaged to the linkage system.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 440 high performanceengines and california emission controls.system: power train; transmission, shift linkage bushings.consequences of defect: the driver may not realize which gear the transmissionis in, and a vehicle accident could result.note: until the problem is corrected, the driver should procede cautiouslywhenever starting out after shifting gears. The parking brake should be engagedwhenever the vehicle is parked.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
When the accelerator pedal on the involved vehicles is depressed and the accelerator pump is activated, a distorted accelerator pump seal in the carburetor may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a seal of improved distortion resistance. The carburetor will also be checked for the proper float level.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 225 or 318 cid engines.system: fuel; carburetor accelerator pump seal.consequences of defect: this may result in hesitation or lack of response whendriver attempts to accelerate. Engine stalling may occur in some cases; thiscould lead to a vehicle accident in certain traffic situations.
DEFECT #3 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The required muffler to floor pan heat shields were omitted from the involved vehicles. These heat shields are necessary to protect the passenger compartment interior materials, including seat belt webbing, from heat damage.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The dealer will install the necessary heat shields on all affected vehicles, free of charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles (police models).system: ehaust; muffler, resonator.consequences of defect: passengers could receive serious personal injury due toexcessive heat.