4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
Posted on: 1981-10-30
Description
In vehicles equipped with air-conditioning, the spare tire is stored on the floor in the cargo area. In the event of a vehicle accident, the rivets which secure the tire, via a flexible strap and a retaining clip, may fail.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will install an additional spare tire retaining bracket without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with factory air-conditioning.system: suspension; wheels, spare tire retaining rivets.consequences of defect: if these restraints fail to hold, the spare tire couldbe thrown into the passenger compartment, causing serious injury to vehicleoccupants.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Posted on: 1981-05-12
Description
On certain vehicles, the fuel filler cap became unseated during the rear impact test. This is not in compliance with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, fuel system integrity. Fuel spillage could occur in a collision.
Consequence
Corrective Action
A new fuel filler cap and a protective fuel cap housing will be installed free of charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel filler cap.consequences of defect: in the event of a rear collision, if fuel spillageoccurs and an ignition source is present, a fire and injury to vehiclepassengers could result.
DEFECT #3 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
Posted on: 1980-12-10
Description
Certain vehicles equipped with factory-installed air-conditioning may have defective spare tire restraints. Vehicles so equipped have the spare tire stored on the floor in the cargo area.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, an additional spare tire retaining bracket will be installed at no charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with air-conditioning.system: equipment; spare tire, carrier.consequences of defect: in the event of a vehicle accident, the rivets on theflexible retaining strap may fail, and the spare tire could be thrown into thepassenger compartment, resulting in passenger injury.note: dealer recommends that the vehicle not be driven with the rear seat inthe folded down position.
DEFECT #4 - PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL
Posted on: 1980-04-17
Description
A mismatched or improperly machined hand brake ratchet and plunger was installed on certain vehicles. The hand brake, when applied, may release when slight downward pressure is applied to the top of the lever. Sudden release of the hand brake could cause the vehicle to roll away.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect, and, if necessary, replace the ratchet and plunger of the hand brake system without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; hand brake.consequences of defect: unexpected vehicle movement could result in anaccident, property damage and personal injury.note: to prevent the possibility of the hand brake disengaging, extra careshould be taken when parking on an incline. The first gear should be engagedand the wheels turned towards the curb. It is also advised that children shouldnot be left unattended in the vehicle.