NHTSA Recall 79V099000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V099000; Date: Apr. 17, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 SAAB 900
Component: Exterior Lighting:headlights:high/low Beam Dimmer Switch
Manufactured by: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 3,500
Recall Summary:
The headlamp relay may fail in such a way as to cause the headlamps to fail to switch from low to high beam (or vice versa) when the control switch is operated. Also, the headlamps may shut off intermittently or completely.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the headlamp relay, without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: lighting and communications; high/low beam dimmer. Consequences of defect: if the headlamps shut off, other drivers may not seethe vehicle and the driver may not see the road. A vehicle accident couldresult.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 4, 1979
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