NHTSA Recall # | 45176 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 76V160000 |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Supplier | BUICK |
Brand | BUICK |
Model | RIVIERA |
Model Year | 1966 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM |
Date of notification | 07/10/76 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/08/65 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/03/66 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 12/10/76 |
Report created | 12/10/79 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 811180 |
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Consequence summary | |
Corrective action | |
Recall notes | Chevrolet campaign no. 66c12. Buick campaign no. 66c1. Possibility that thefuel inlet plug on rochester quadrajet carburetor may fail which could resultin engine compartment fire. This condition, if it exists, could cause injuryfrom fire or from loss of vehicle control.(correct by inspecting andinstalling a special bracket on the carburetor to prevent loss of fuel inletplug). Passenger vehicle. |