NHTSA Recall 79V230000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V230000; Date: Oct. 19, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 SAAB 900
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 2,912
Recall Summary:
The insulation of the positive battery cable may possibly melt or become brittle due to the high temperatures which may be generated in the vicinity of the cable.
How to Fix:
Dealer will replace the "b+" cable (positive cable from starter), add protective sleeves over the starter wiring harness, and install a new heat guard for the battery, without charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: electrical; battery cable. Consequences of defect: degradation of the insulation may result in the vehiclebeing disabled. A fire may also ignite in the engine compartment, causingvehicle damage and injury to vehicle passengers. Note: owner is advised to frequently inspect the battery case, starter harness,and starter cable (particularly between the fender well clamp and the starter)for signs of melting. Vehicle should also not be used for trailer towing priorto repair.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 31, 1980
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