NHTSA Recall 69V031000
NHTSA Campaign Id 69V031000; Date: Feb. 28, 1969
Unexpected loss of throttle control may result in anaccident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1968 Buick Buick; 1969 Buick Buick; 1968 Cadillac Cadillac; 1969 Cadillac Cadillac; 1968 GMC GMC; 1969 GMC GMC; 1968 Oldsmobile Oldsmobile; 1969 Oldsmobile Oldsmobile; 1968 Pontiac Pontiac; 1969 Pontiac Pontiac
Component: Vehicle Speed Control
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 2,966,979
Recall Summary:
The fast idle cam on quadra-jet carburetors can crack and ultimately break apart. If this occurs and parts fall into the throttle linkage, it could cause the throttle to stick in a partially open position.
How to Fix:
Install a new improved fast idle cam.
Recall Notes:
System: fuel; carburetor. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 26, 1969
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