Chevrolet Corvette 1977
Model Corvette made in 1977 by Chevrolet got 2 consumer complains as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train and structure. There were some recalls concerningcommunications and equipment.
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 | |||||
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| COMMUNICATIONS - HORN ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 77V115000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 15484 | 07/25/1977 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 07/28/1977 | 10/12/1979 | 571 | 107 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | The involved vehicles have steering wheel center hubs which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 107, reflecting surfaces. the horn button cap and the lock lever have a brushed chrome finish. the surface reflectivity of this finish on some of these horn button caps and lock levers is approximately twice the maximum reflectivity allowed by the standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will replace the cap and lever with parts painted to match the interior trim color at no cost to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with tilt telescoping steeringassembly.system: steering; steering wheel center hub.consequences of defect: if the driver does not take steps to alleviate thedistraction of light reflecting off the steering wheel hub, this could lead toan accident. | |||||||||||||||
| 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, AIR - DISC - CALIPER | ||||||||||||||||
| 03E032000 | CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC. | E (Equipment) | 15899 | 05/01/2003 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/12/2003 | 05/16/2003 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Remanufacturerd rear brake calipers, part nos. 18-7019, 18-7020, 16-7019, and 16-7020, manufactured from february 1, 2002, to april, 25, 2003., and for use on 1965 thru 1982 chevrolet corvettes. the subject brake calipers were manufactured using improperly manufactured piston seals. these seals are intended to prevent fluid leakage between the caliper housing and the pistons. these brake calipers are for use only on 1965 thru 1982 chevrolet corvette vehicles. this recall does not involve general motors corporation or any of its products. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Under these conditions, the vehicle operator may not be able to stop the car, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Cardone will notify its customers and all unsold inventory will be repurchased and will provide a full refund to customers. owner notification is expected to begin during may 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cardone at 215-912-3000. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 12/04/1999 | |||
| While driving up hill in heavy rain vehicle was placed in 2nd gear and curved with the road. then, vehicle hydroplaned/turned, and hit a tree on the driver's side, resulting in driver's death. vehicle's structure was made of fiberglass which did not protect the occupant in the crash. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 12/04/1999 | |||
| While driving up hill in heavy rain vehicle was placed in 2nd gear and curved with the road. then, vehicle hydroplaned/turned, and hit a tree on the driver's side, resulting in driver's death. vehicle's structure was made of fiberglass which did not protect the occupant in the crash. please provide further information. *ak | |||