NHTSA Recall 70V143000
NHTSA Campaign Id 70V143000; Date: Dec. 3, 1970
Recalled Vehicles:
1971 Buick Skylark; 1971 Chevrolet Belair; 1971 Chevrolet Biscayne; 1971 Chevrolet Camaro; 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle; 1970 Chevrolet El Camino; 1971 Chevrolet Impala; 1971 Chevrolet Nova; 1971 Oldsmobile F85; 1971 Pontiac Firebird; 1971 Pontiac Lemans
Component: Vehicle Speed Control
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 12,600
Recall Summary:
How to Fix:
Recall Notes:
Possibility that throttle rod to throttle lever retaining clip on carburetormay be incorrectly installed. If this condition exists, throttle lever couldbe held in partially open position. If this occurs while vehicle is in motion,vehicle will not slow down when driver's foot is removed from accelerator. (correct by replacing clip with improved design where necessary. )
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 25, 1970
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