Renault 18i 1981

Model 18i made in 1981 by Renault got 1 investigation as well as 5 recalls. The car had one investigation (electrical system). There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and equipment.

18i year 1981

Recalls
Defect investigations

Model 1981

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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
83V091000	RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED	from 07/01/1980 to 06/01/1981	V (Vehicle)	19537	11/14/1983	ODI	RENAULT, INCORPORATED	09/12/1983	10/13/1983
Defect Summary	On certain vehicles, the wiring system in the engine compartment may have been improperly routed. if so, the wires may come in contact with some of the engine compartment components.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Dealer will perform all needed re-routing, securing, replacing or repairing of the wiring system.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: electrical; wiring.consequences of defect: this could result in circuit damage and an electricalfire, which in turn could cause personal injury to passengers.
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
80V118000	RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED	from 08/01/1980 to 09/01/1980	V (Vehicle)	3825	09/10/1980	MFR	RENAULT, INCORPORATED	09/19/1980	10/16/1980
Defect Summary	On certain vehicles, the wiring harness for the air conditioner may provide power to the ignition circuit while the key is in the off position.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	The dealer will modify the air conditioning system wiring at the fuse panel and install a circuit breaker to protect the modified circuit.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with air conditioning.system: air conditioning; wiring harness.consequences of defect: the engine will continue to run after the ignition keyis turned off, creating an unsafe situation which could result in unexpectedvehicle movement and an accident.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
81V004000	RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED		V (Vehicle)	14000	03/17/1980	MFR	RENAULT, INCORPORATED	12/02/1981	02/12/1981
Defect Summary	Vehicles may have been assembled with a restricted fuel supply system that does not function properly. the engine may stop unexpectedly, even though the fuel gauge indicates fuel is available.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	The fuel tank and fuel tank vent tube will be inspected. if necessary, the flexible hoses in the fuel tank vent, return, and fuel feed systems, and the rigid vent line rollover valve and two way check valve will be replaced. this will be done without charge to owner.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel systems; fuel tank vent tube, hoses, fuel feed systems, rollovervalve and two-way check valve.consequences of defect: sudden stalling of the engine could cause a traffichazard and an accident.note: until vehicle is repaired, keeping the tank at least half full isrecommended.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
81V100000	RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED	from 05/01/1980 to 03/01/1981	V (Vehicle)	18700	02/01/1982	MFR	RENAULT, INCORPORATED	08/28/1981	08/31/1981
Defect Summary	Some of the involved vehicles may develop a fuel leak near the engine due to a loose fuel line connection.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Dealer will replace the fuel system hose clamps, hoses, and the fuel supply ramp at no charge to owner.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel line connection.consequences of defect: fuel leakage in the presence of a source of ignitioncould result in a vehicle fire and personal injury.note: the owner is advised not to drive the vehicle until repairs arecompleted, especially if a fuel odor is present.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
80V119000	RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED	from 08/01/1980 to 09/01/1980	V (Vehicle)	750	09/10/1980	MFR	RENAULT, INCORPORATED	09/19/1980	10/16/1980
Defect Summary	On certain vehicles, the cruise control actuation chain could catch on certain carburetor hardware, causing the throttle plate to remain in a partially open position.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Dealer will install a protective plate between the cruise control actuation chain and the throttle plate, without charge to owner.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: throttle linkages and control; cruise control, actuation chain.consequences of defect: the throttle would remain open, even after theaccelerator pedal was released. this could result in loss of vehicle controland an accident.

Investigations

NHTSA ID	Manufacturer	Date open	Date close	Subject
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DP83012	RENAULT, INCORPORATED	05/24/1983	07/12/1983	ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS (SMOKE UNDER DASH)
	Electrical problems (smoke under dash)