3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The vehicle may remain on automatic cruise control even when driver attempts to brake. This malfunction may occur without prior warning.
Consequence
Corrective Action
As a temporary solution, dealer will remove the sleeve ball chain linking the bellows vacuum assembly to the accelerator throttle linkage.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: equipment; cruise control.consequences of defect: loss of vehicle control and an accident may occur.note: owner is advised not to use the cruise control until the vehicle has beeninspected and corrected.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
During vehicle assembly the following may not have been sufficiently tightened: the four setscrews securing the steering rack mounting frame to the sub-frame; four nuts and bolts securing engine front mount cross-members to the sub-frame; two setscrews securing the inner ball joint bracket to the steering rack; and three countersunk setscrews securing the steering wheel to its hub.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The dealer will tighten bolts and screws to the proper specifications, at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: steering; connections, setscrews.consequences of defect: should any of these bolts or setscrews become loose ordetached, impaired steering or complete loss of steering control could occur.this could lead to a vehicle accident.note: in the early stages, this defect may be detected by a knock or rattleemanating from the front of the car or steering mechanism.
DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1980-07-18
Description
Heat generated by catalytic converters may cause deterioration of hydraulic brake hoses on certain vehicles. Brake hose may fail, resulting in loss of hydraulic fluid from the dual hydraulic system.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace hydraulic brake hoses and install a heat shield to protect them, without charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; hydraulic brake hoses.consequences of defect: loss of hydraulic fluid would cause a degradation ofbraking effectiveness with the potential for a vehicle accident.note: vehicle operator may be warned of impending brake failure by illuminationof the brake warning lights.