1981 SAAB 900 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

81V147000 on 12/21/1981

Component:

Seat belts:front

Manufactured:

07/31/1980 - 02/28/1981

Affected:

3,500

Defect:

There may be an insufficient permanent lubrication in the buckle/release mechanism of the type 2 seat belt assemblies. this may cause front seat occupants to have difficulty in fully fastening seat belts, although they may seem to be fully fastened.

Correction:

A special wax lubricant will be sprayed into the buckle receptacle slot to remedy defect and prevent reoccurance. this will be done without charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: interior; seat belt buckle mechanism.consequences of defect: this false feeling that the seat belt is latched canincrease the chances of injury during an accident because the tongue can popout of the latch without prior warning.note: until corrective action is taken, pull upward on the seat belt afterfastening it to check that it is securely latched.

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Campaign:

84V019000 on 03/08/1984

Component:

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

Manufactured:

07/31/1980 - 06/30/1982

Affected:

24,705

Defect:

Poor electrical connection at the fuel gauge transmitter may result in a stoppage of the fuel pump and engine stalling. in extreme cases, fuel vapor may leak from the fuel tank.

Correction:

The fuel gauge transmitter will be inspected and replaced, if damaged.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles with fuel injection.system: fuel; fuel pump.consequences of defect: engine stalling or leaking fuel vapors could cause asafety hazard on the road, possibly resulting in an accident or personalinjury.

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