Pontiac Grand Lemans 1977

Model Grand Lemans made in 1977 by Pontiac got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, steering.

Model 1977

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.
STEERING - LINKAGES - ARM - IDLER AND ATTACHMENT
77V025000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)3502/10/1978MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/16/197710/12/1979
Defect SummaryOn the involved vehicles, the incorrect steering linkage assembly may have been installed. as a result, the right-hand steering tie rod might interfere with the intermediate rod. this could cause the connection to fail due to excessive stress at that point.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering linkage assembly without charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: steering; steering linkage assembly.consequences of defect: this condition could cause loss of steering control,and an accident.