9999 AMERICAN SUNROOF SUNROOF Recalls (2)
- Campaign:
- 78E009000 on 10/11/1979
- Component:
- Visibility:sun roof assembly
- Affected:
- 11,000
- Defect:
- The adhesive bond that attaches the t-bar roof glass panels to their frames may deteriorate. complete failure of the adhesive system can result in separation of the glass panel from the vehicle.
- Correction:
- Dealer will install retaining clips on both t-bar roof panel assemblies. however, if glass panel separation has already occurred, a new panel assembly will be installed at no cost to owner.
- Notes:
- Vehicle category: passenger vehicles.system: visual; glass.consequences of defect: a detached panel may create a roadway hazard to othervehicles and could cause a vehicle accident.
- Campaign:
- 92E002000 on 01/16/1992
- Component:
- Visibility:sun roof assembly
- Manufactured:
- 08/31/1988 - 11/30/1991
- Affected:
- 12,980
- Defect:
- The four screws attaching the front of the sliding glass panel to the moving supporting mechanism of the 400 spoiler sunroof may loosen after installation and after a period of operation.
- Consequence:
- The glass panel may become detached from the sunroof andresult in injury to vehicle occupants or a safety hazard if the glass drops onthe roadway.
- Correction:
- Reinstall the glass panel using longer hex head screws, a locking plate assembly, and thread locking adhesive to keep the screws from loosening.
- Notes:
- System: visual systems; sunroof.equipment description: 400 spoiler sunroof assembly for passenger vehicles.
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