Chevrolet Chevette 1977
Model Chevette made in 1977 by Chevrolet got 2 investigations as well as 1 recall. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling). There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 1977
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 78V248000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 09/01/1975 to 07/01/1977 | V (Vehicle) | 320000 | 04/02/1979 | OVSC | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/16/1978 | 10/12/1979 | 571 | 301 | |||||
| Defect Summary | The fuel system may not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, fuel system integrity. in the event of a vehicle collision from the rear, excessive fuel spillage may occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install plastic shields around the front corners of the fuel tank, and larger washers on certain rear suspension parts to ensure compliance with the safety standard. this will be performed without charge to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank assembly.consequences of defect: fuel leakage following an impact could lead to avehicle fire and serious injuries to passengers. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||
| EA85018 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/13/1985 | 09/04/1987 | CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | ||||||
| DP85002 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/10/1984 | 03/26/1985 | CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT BREAKS | ||
| Crankshaft pulley bolt breaks | ||||||