Recalls for 1985 Pontiac Firebird

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1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am - Gear Heads Car Show - Baxter, Tennessee 2

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In 1977, Burt Reynolds starred in Smokey and the Bandit, a movie about a pair of guys smuggling beer - and a bride, across the states in a tractor trailer truck and a 77 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. The movie would go on to immortalize two careers: that of Burt Reynolds himself, and that of the Firebird Trans Am in all its glory, forever tying it to a film that can still be enjoyed to this day.

Pontiacs beautiful Trans Am muscle car came equipped with a 6.6-liter V8, capable of 185 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. The optional "T/A 6.6" engine made 200 hp and 325 lb-ft. Fitted with that optional engine, the Trans Am could run from 0-60 mph in 7.7 seconds and the ¼ mile in 16 seconds, which was quick for the time. The '77 Trans Am could be had with a 4-speed manual or 3-speed automatic transmission.

One of the biggest reasons the Trans Am became so iconic is its truly beautiful and timeless design. In front, the 77 Trans Am featured a muscular hood that dipped down into a pointed grille with a spoiler below the bumper. The bumpers were color-keyed and artfully blended into the body, unlike most cars of the day with their chrome-plated battering rams. The headlights integrate beautifully into the vehicles split grille, completing the cohesive front end design. Down the side, both fenders flare out just enough to hover comfortably above the Trans Ams gorgeous multi-spoke golden wheels, and a pair of vents flank each side of the vehicle. Finally, the rear slopes down directly from the roof to meet the Firebirds ducktail, which is placed directly above and around the rear light panel.

Above is one of the finest examples of the Smokey and the Bandit Firebird Trans Am that I've ever seen...right down to the license plate on the front of the car. If you are a Bandit fan, enjoy this beautiful piece of Americana!

Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.

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DEFECT #1 - PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL

Posted on: 1991-04-11
Description
Parking brake adjuster fails to operate and do not work after brake pad wear.

Consequence
Parking brakes will not completely hold a parked vehiclewhen parked on a slope, causing unintended vehicle rollaway which could resultin a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action
Replace nonfunctioning parking brake adjusters.

Notes
System: parking brake.vehicle description: passenger cars; firebirds and camaros with manualtransmissions and rear disk brakes and fieros with manual transmissions.

DEFECT #2 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 1990-06-26
Description
Plastic components of seat belt buckle assemblies do not contain an ultra violet stabilizer, and exposure to direct sunlight and elevated interior temperatures could weaken the plastic components.

Consequence
This could result in breakage of plastic components whichcould prevent buckle from latching and protecting occupant in a sudden stop oraccident.

Corrective Action
Replace or repair seat belt buckle.

Notes
System: seat belt buckle.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #3 - WHEELS:CAP/COVER/HUB

Posted on: 1985-02-22
Description
The hub area of the wheels may not be structurally sound and thus subject to fracture. Consequence of defect: the wheels could separate from the car causing a loss of control. This could result in an accident without prior warning.

Consequence

Corrective Action
Install new front and rear tire/wheel assemblies.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with cast aluminum wheels system: wheels.

DEFECT #4 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

Posted on: 1986-01-10
Description
Dislocation of a spring cover will not allow the shoulder belt to retract after being extended. Consequence of defect: although inertial feature that locks the lap belt and shoulder belt in the event of an accident are not affected, if slack is more than recommended in owners manual, injuries to upper body and head would be increased in an accident.

Consequence

Corrective Action
Install retaining springs on spring cover of front shoulder belt retractor and, when required, retractors will be replaced.

Notes
System: shoulder seat belt retractor. Vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #5 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Posted on: 2006-05-22
Description
Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses.  (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications).  The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification.  As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Consequence
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak.  In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Corrective Action
Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge.  The recall began on october 18, 2006.  Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #6 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2007-10-30
Description
Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Consequence
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Corrective Action
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during november 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.