1980 OLDSMOBILE TORONADO Recalls (2)

Campaign:

79V229000 on 12/12/1979

Component:

Equipment:other:labels

Manufactured:

07/31/1979 - 08/31/1979

Affected:

3,170

Defect:

The tire placard (label) does not contain the recommended tire size information. therefore, it does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims".

Correction:

Dealer will install a new label with correct information at no cost to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: equipment; certification labels.consequences of defect: the possibility exists that the owner may selectincorrect replacement tires. this would create an unsafe condition that couldlead to a vehicle accident.

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Campaign:

80V130000 on 11/11/1980

Component:

Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)

Manufactured:

07/31/1979 - 06/30/1980

Affected:

12,362

Correction:

Dealer will reroute the egr wiring harness to prevent any contact between the egr switch mounting bracket and the air cleaner assembly. also, the engine wiring harness at the back of the generator will be modified by installing a terminal end connector at no charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines.system: exhaust/crankcase emission control devices; egr wiring harness.consequences of defect: a wire in the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) wiringharness may become pinched between the air cleaner assembly and the egrmounting bracket. if this occurs, the insulation on the pinched wire can wearthrough, causing a short. the fusible link designed to stop the flow of currentin this situation is bypassed by a wire in the engine wiring harness. as aresult, current will continue to be drawn from the battery through the ignitioncircuit.consequences of defect: this situation could cause overheating of the wiring,resulting in a vehicle fire, personal injury to passengers, and vehicle damage.

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