Pontiac Astre 1977

Model Astre 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 - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
77V086000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)5306/03/1977MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/07/197710/12/1979571204
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 204, steering control rearward displacement. the construction of the clutch pedal bracket could permit rearward displacement of steering control into passenger compartment in excess of that allowable by the standard during the 30 mph barrier crash test.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace the brake and clutch pedal bracket with a bracket of revised design, at no charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: steering; wheel and column.consequences of defect: this condition could increase the risk of injury todriver in the event of an accident.