NHTSA Recall 95V068000
NHTSA Campaign Id 95V068000; Date: Mar. 29, 1995
If the parking brake is not applied, the car can roll from its original parked position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1994 SAAB 900; 1995 SAAB 900
Component: Power Train:manual Transmission
Manufactured by: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 8,993
Recall Summary:
It is possible to move the shift lever into the reverse gear position, remove the ignition key, and still have the transmission in neutral, or, to accidently disengage reverse by striking the gear lever.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace transmission linkage components and complete a specially developed service adjustment procedure that will ensure that when the shift is moved to the reverse position, the reverse gear is actually engaged.
Recall Notes:
System: powertrain; transmission; standard; manual. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact SAAB at 1-800-955-9007. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 7, 1995
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