NHTSA Recall 86V019000
NHTSA Campaign Id 86V019000; Date: Jan. 5, 1986
Recalled Vehicles:
1986 Peugeot 505
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: Peugeot, Inc.
Affected Units:: 200
Recall Summary:
Retaining bolts used throughout the car which ground certain electrical systems and components were improperly heat treated, making the bolts brittle and subject to breakage. Consequence of defect: depending on bolt which fails, the vehicle will experience loss of power to the fuel pump, front and rear lighting, windshield wipers, dashboard lights and/or interior accessories without warning. Loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the car to stall which may present a highway hazard. Loss of lights and/or windshield wiper action may prevent the driver from having clear vision of the road or have the car be visible to other traffic which may lead to an accident.
How to Fix:
Install replacement bolts which are properly heat treated.
Recall Notes:
System: electrical. Vehicle description: sedans and station wagons.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 27, 1986
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