Pontiac Grand Prix 1983
Model Grand Prix made in 1983 by Pontiac got 1 consumer complain there are 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference to seat belts. . Technical service bulletines regarding structure. There were some recalls concerningequipment, service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 1983
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
| 07E088000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 121680 | 11/08/2007 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/24/2007 | 10/30/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 83V106000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1982 to 06/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 4667 | 10/25/1983 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/13/1983 | 10/21/1983 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The master cylinder rear brake pipe, which carries brake fluid to the rear brakes, may develop a leak due to extended chafing on the air cleaner resonator bracket. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | If upon inspection the dealer finds that there is inadequate clearance, the pipe will be reformed to obtain the necessary three quarter inch space. only those pipes showing signs of wear will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks equipped with 5.7liter diesel engines.system: service brakes; master cylinder, rear brake pipe.consequences of defect: brake fluid leakage will result in loss of brakingaction at the rear wheels. loss of vehicle control and an accident couldresult, particularly in situations where minimum stopping distance is required. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TRUNK LID | |||||
| 83-T-29 | 05/01/1983 | 67892 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||
| 08/07/1999 | |||
| The vehicle was involved in a collision where the front passenger was killed due to seat belt failure. *ak | |||