NHTSA Recall 82V110000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V110000; Date: Nov. 15, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Buick Riviera; 1983 Cadillac Eldorado; 1983 Cadillac Seville; 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
Component: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 5,316
Recall Summary:
During windshield wiper operation, the noise suppresion capacitor in the wiper motor relay may overheat.
How to Fix:
The dealer will modify the windshield wiper motor delay relay by removing the noise suppresion capacitor. This will be done free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with delco/bose radio pulsewipe features. System: visual; wiper motor delay relay. Consequences of defect: wiper motor overheating can cause loss of windshieldwiper operation and an underhood fire. This fire may spread throughout thepassenger compartment and cause burn injuries to the vehicle occupants. Note: owner is advised not to use the windshield wiper motor delay featureuntil the vehicle can be corrected. When it is necessary to use the windshieldwiper system, it should only be used in the medium or high positions.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 15, 1982
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