NHTSA Recall 80V118000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V118000; Date: Sep. 19, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1981 Renault 17; 1981 Renault 18I
Component: Equipment:air Conditioner
Manufactured by: Renault Usa, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 3,825
Recall Summary:
On certain vehicles, the wiring harness for the air conditioner may provide power to the ignition circuit while the key is in the off position.
How to Fix:
The dealer will modify the air conditioning system wiring at the fuse panel and install a circuit breaker to protect the modified circuit.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with air conditioning. System: air conditioning; wiring harness. Consequences of defect: the engine will continue to run after the ignition keyis turned off, creating an unsafe situation which could result in unexpectedvehicle movement and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 10, 1980
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