Chevrolet Malibu 1980
Model Malibu made in 1980 by Chevrolet got 6 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 6 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and tires. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There were some recalls concerningequipment, power train and service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 1980
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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| 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. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT | ||||||||||||||||
| 84V149000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1977 to 07/01/1980 | V (Vehicle) | 3100000 | 12/28/1984 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/24/1984 | 11/27/1984 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Rear axle assembly may have axles that were improperly manufactured. this condition may result in separation of the axle shaft and wheel assembly from the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The dealer will inspect the rear axle to determine whether it was manufactured at the buffalo plant. if so, they will make axle measurements and if necessary replace or modify affected axle components without charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.system: power train; rear axle.consequences of defect: loss of the wheel assembly could lead to loss ofvehicle control and an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 85V048000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 1810000 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/29/1985 | 05/01/1985 | |||||||||
| Defect Summary | Excessive enlargement of the wheel cylinder pilot hole in the rear brake backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate and cause loss of brake fluid. consequence of defect: a loss of brake fluid leads to loss of rear brake action, creating the potential for an accident. front brakes would remain operational. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Add a part to prevent wheel cylinder from rotating. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Note: owner notification will begin after september 1, 1985 and should be completed by september 30, 1985.vehicle description: midsize passenger cars and small trucks. system: rear brakes. | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 81V025000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1977 to 12/01/1980 | V (Vehicle) | 5821160 | 03/09/1981 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/25/1981 | 03/06/1981 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The bolts that attach the lower rear control arm to the frame may fracture. the rear control arm supports and positions the rear axle. fracture of the bolts would allow the control arm to drop free. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Both rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: suspension; rear control arm attaching bolts.vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.consequences of defect: if the fracture occurs when the vehicle is in motion,it could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES | ||||||||||||||||
| 83V077000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 10/01/1980 to 04/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 19108 | 08/10/1983 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 08/19/1983 | 09/06/1983 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Accelerator pump lever retaining pin may loosen after repeated heavy accelerator pedal applications. this could cause the throttle to become stuck in the open position. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a special cotter pin, to retain the accelerator pump pin, and a spring clip thrust washer on the accelerator pump link. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with closed loop quadrajetcarburetors and police car packages.system: power train; accelerator pump lever retaining pin.consequences of defect: vehicle speed would not decrease even after theaccelerator pedal is no longer depressed. loss of accelerator control withoutprior warning could result in an accident.note: if the failure occurs before corrective service can be performed, drivershould shift to neutral gear and apply brakes as necessary. vehicle should bepulled out of traffic and the ignition should be turned off after a completestop. | |||||||||||||||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 81V022000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 01/01/1979 to 12/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 67350 | 03/13/1981 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/11/1981 | 03/11/1981 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The electro-clear rear window defoggers contain a defect which causes the glass to shatter without impact during or some time after use of the defogger. vertical electrical strips may deteriorate and cause hot spots that can result in breakage of the rear glass. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Vehicles will be inspected for presence of a particular weatherstrip. if present, a layer of a special conductive epoxy will be added to the vertical bar on the rear window glass. this epoxy is a new conductive material which will not react with the weatherstrip. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with electro-clear rear windowdefoggers.system: defogger; rear window.consequences of defect: driver distraction from the explosion could result in avehicle accident. broken or hot glass could cause personal injury to vehiclepassengers, other drivers, and nearby pedestrians.note: owners are advised not to use rear window defogger until vehicle isinspected. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| EA86006 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/27/1985 | 11/28/1988 | BRAKE BACKING PLATE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 06/05/1997 | |||
| While vehicle was parked it caught on fire under the hood. owner had driven vehcle for about (20) minutes before fire happened. fire department believed fire was electrical or caused by overheating. the vehicle has been totalled. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 07/10/1999 | |||
| Gas tank is 10 inches from rear bumper.contacted manufacturer. *ak | |||
| 06/04/1998 | 1 | ||
| Fuel propane tank had hole. | |||
| TIRES - SIDEWALL | |||
| 07/24/1995 | 1 | 10/20/1980 | |
| U.s. royal, steel belted radial 195r75-14 tire sidewall failed causing blow out. | |||
| TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | |||
| 1 | 10/20/1980 | ||
| Spare tire on vehicle caused poor control resulting in vehicle collision. | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||
| 09/22/1997 | 1 | 10/01/1980 | |
| Design material of the windshield wiper assembly failed (apoxy bonding). | |||