Pontiac Tempest 1970

Model Tempest made in 1970 by Pontiac got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, vehicle speed control.

Model 1970

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
70V004000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)257411/24/1969MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.01/15/197010/12/1979
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NotesPossibility that if both the air condi- tioner and rear window defroster areoperated at the same time in high position the combined amper- age requiredcould cause the circuit breaker to open, resulting in loss of blower motoroperation and movement of heated air to windshield.under high humidityconditions forward vision would be impaired.(correct electrical circuit wherenecessary.)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
69V179000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)130012/17/1969MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.12/21/196910/12/1979
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NotesPossibility that incorrect throttle valve rod clip may have been installed.this could result in failure of throttle lever to return to idle position.(correct by inspecting and installing proper rod and clip where necessary.)