NHTSA Recall 83V081000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V081000; Date: Aug. 25, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 11,909
Recall Summary:
The insulation of the battery cable, because of its position, rubs against some of the engine wiring components. Once the insulation is worn through, the battery could rapidly discharge.
How to Fix:
Dealer will install a new engine harness retainer bracket, protective conduit, cable clips, a cable tie strap and will reposition the terminals on the ground stud on all involved vehicles.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: electrical; battery cable insulation. Consequences of defect: the headlights would cease to function, due to loss ofbattery power; driving at night, in fog or other severe weather conditionscould result in an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 2, 1983
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