1980 SUBARU SUBARU Recalls (4)

Campaign:
80V077000 on 07/28/1980
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured:
08/31/1979 - 01/31/1980
Affected:
71,683
Defect:
When wiper blades are frozen to the windshield and the wiper motor is turned on, the right-hand wiper pivot may become bent. the plastic bearing, which is a snap-on device fitting over the ball joint on the drive motor, may pull off the ball, disengaging the wiper system, making both wipers inoperative.
Correction:
Dealer will install a newly designed master link in the windshield wiper system without charge to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: visual; windshield wiper.consequences of defect: the lack of functioning wipers would impair visibilityin adverse weather conditions and an accident could result.

Campaign:
83V006000 on 02/03/1983
Component:
Seats:front assembly:recliner
Manufactured:
07/31/1979 - 02/29/1980
Affected:
84,253
Defect:
The internal seatback frame structure may break and separate from the seat.
Correction:
The driver"s seatback frame will be replaced with a modified seatback frame at no charge. the upholstery material and any repairs to the other seats are not included.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: interior systems; seatbacks.consequences of defect: this separation or breakage can result in twisting orrearward leaning of the seatback thus potentially reducing the support to thedrivers upper torso. if the separation occurs while the vehicle is in motion,the driver may lose control or visibility, and an accident may result.

Campaign:
83V026000 on 03/10/1983
Component:
Electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
Manufactured:
07/31/1979 - 02/28/1981
Affected:
230,041
Defect:
The defect involves the 25 amp headlight fuse holder. there may be excessive electrical resistance caused by the looseness of the rivet holding the fuse holder to the terminal plate. excess resistance may cause the soldered end of the fuse to melt. an open circuit could occur and the headlights would not operate.
Correction:
Dealer will replace the headlight fuse holder with an inline fuel harness kit.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; headlamp fuse holder.consequences of defect: headlights may suddenly go out. if the light failurewere to occur at night while vehicle is in motion, a vehicle crash couldpossibly result.

Campaign:
84V026000 on 04/03/1984
Component:
Steering:rack and pinion
Manufactured:
07/31/1979 - 02/29/1980
Affected:
75,284
Defect:
A protective boot covering the steering rack and pinion shaft can come loose in extreme cold. when unprotected, the rack shaft may corrode, resulting in hard or stiff steering.
Correction:
Securing clips will be installed on protective boot covers and affected steering rack shafts will be repaired or replaced, if necessary.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles; all models other than brat.system: steering; rack and pinion shaft boot.consequences of defect: steering malfunction could lead to a vehicle accidentand personal injury.note: seizure may occur with continued operation, when the steering wheel isturned fully or nearly so in either direction.

1980 SUBARU SUBARU TSBs (2)

Bulletin:
97060601145
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Procedures on preventing engine damage. *yc
Bulletin:
116300
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Subject regarding pressure testing of fuel tank system. *tt

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