4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS
Posted on: 1991-12-18
Description
The airbag harness wire may have been improperly routed through an opening in the dashboard crossmember and could be pinched and chafed between two panels eventually resulting in damage to the wire.
Consequence
If the airbag harness wire is damaged, the passiverestraint system will become inoperative. The dashboard warning light willilluminate, but the passive restraint will not function until the wire isrepaired.
Corrective Action
Secure wire to the crossmember with a clip.
Notes
System: airbag passive retraint.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with airbag passive restraints.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1991-11-20
Description
A crack can develop in the fuel tank adjacent to a seam weld in the rear of the tank.
Consequence
Fuel can leak from the cracked fuel tank which couldcatch fire in the presence of a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Check vehicle with a specially designed tool for the presence of a fuel tank crack, and replace fuel tank if defect is found.
Notes
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: passenger cars.
DEFECT #3 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 1991-09-25
Description
The center of the water separator panel located in the engine compartment between engine and firewall could bend in the event someone leans on it during engine maintenance, repairs or checking of fluid levels. A bent panel could interfere with the free movement of the accelerator linkage.
Consequence
Interference with the free movement of the acceleratorlinkage could result in unwanted acceleration which may cause an accident.
Corrective Action
Install reinforcement bracket to secure separator panel.
Notes
System: throttle linkage.vehicle description: passenger cars.
DEFECT #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1992-04-24
Description
The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.
Notes
System: fuel lines.vehicle description:passenger cars.