Am General Am General 1978
Model Am General made in 1978 by Am General got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerninglatches/locks/linkages, structure.
Model 1978
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 | |||||
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | ||||||||||||||||
79V118000 | AM GENERAL CORPORATION | from 08/01/1977 to 02/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 398 | 06/06/1979 | MFR | AM GENERAL LLC | 05/16/1979 | 10/12/1979 | |||||||
Defect Summary | An incorrect length screw was used for attaching the emergency exit release mechanism. this may cause the handle to become loose and, possibly, inoperative. | |||||||||||||||
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Corrective Summary | Dealer will install longer screws and, if necessary, a new retainer plate in the emergency exit release mechanism. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: buses, intercity.system: structure; door assembly, latches and locks.consequences of defect: in the event of an accident, an inoperative emergencyexit increases the chances or passenger injuries. | |||||||||||||||
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | ||||||||||||||||
81V123000 | AM GENERAL CORPORATION | from 01/01/1978 to 12/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 399 | 11/17/1981 | ODI | AM GENERAL LLC | 10/14/1981 | 10/27/1981 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The present exit door configuration may allow a passengers foot, arm, or shoulder, or the body of a child to become caught in the door pocket. | |||||||||||||||
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Corrective Summary | Warning decals and modification kit will be provided without charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: transit buses.system: structure; exit door.consequences of defect: forces imposed by the door can result in serious bodilyinjury without prior warning. |