NHTSA Recall 80V116000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V116000; Date: Sep. 15, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 GMC M6500
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 1,550
Recall Summary:
A misrouting of the positive battery cable may exist. This may cause damage to the positive battery cable insulation due to rubbing on the right front metal brake tube. Should this occur, the wire in the cable may contact and damage the brake tube, causing loss of brake fluid.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect all vehicles for misrouting of the positive battery cable and abrasive damage to the cable insulation. If necessary, battery cable will be replaced at no charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: medium trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes. System: electrical; battery cable. Consequences of defect: loss of brake fluid would reduce braking capability,which could cause a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 9, 1980
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