Chevrolet Caprice 1979

Model Caprice made in 1979 by Chevrolet got 6 consumer complains as well as 4 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to communications and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningequipment and exterior lighting.

Model 1979

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT
07E088000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)12168011/08/2007MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.10/24/200710/30/2007
Defect SummaryCertain 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 SummaryThis condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell 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.
NotesCustomers 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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
79V142000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 12/01/1978 to 01/01/1979V (Vehicle)15328MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/06/197910/12/1979
Defect SummaryOn the involved vehicles the brake stoplight and cruise control switch which is operated by the brake pedal may have been assembled with an incorrect lubricant on the actuating plunger. this can cause the rear brake stoplights to become inoperative and the cruise control, if activated, to stay electrically engaged.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; switch button ring, brake lights.consequences of defect: with inoperative brake lights, a vehicle approachingfrom the rear would not be aware that brakes were being applied. also, if thecruise control fails to automatically disengage through brake pedal operation,vehicle may accelerate when the brake pedal is released. either condition couldresult in loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: owner is advised not to engage the cruise control until it has beeninspected by dealer.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
79V161000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1977 to 02/01/1979V (Vehicle)47624507/03/1979MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.07/02/197910/12/1979
Defect SummaryA child could open the rear side compartment door and enter this compartment. the child could become entrapped if the door were to close, as it cannot be unlatched from the inside.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the original compartment door latch, which can be latched without a key, with a new assembly that requires a key to latch as well as lock the door.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: structure; storage compartment.consequences of defect: in the absence of outside help, the child wouldsuffocate.note: the owner is advised to keep this compartment locked except while eitherloading or unloading it.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
79V247000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 09/01/1978 to 10/01/1979V (Vehicle)132640411/12/1979MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/13/197902/05/1980
Defect SummaryThe heads may break off the front outboard seat belt anchor bolts during normal vehicle operation even under no load conditions. this is due to the combination of bolts used, high installation torque and arrangement of the body anchorage.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace all original equipment front outboard seat belt anchor bolts on the affected vehicles at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: interior; seat belt anchors.consequences of defect: in the event of an accident, failure of a seat beltanchorage will increase the risk of injury to the wearer.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
COMMUNICATIONS - HORN ASSEMBLY
108/25/1997
 Horn failed.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
02/13/19953
 Catalytic coverter failed, causing fuel lines to catch on fire. (ohio state police report) *skd
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
108/25/1997
 Air conditioner motor failed causing parts to fall from vehicle.
09/15/1997108/25/1997
 Air conditioner compressor failed.
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
09/15/1997108/25/1997
 Transmission failed.
10/18/19948
 Transmission forward clutch failed. *skd