Saab Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #79V206000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V206000 by Saab Cars Usa, Inc.. Includes 61,739 affected units, FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL, component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Under certain conditions such as ambient humidity and vehicle pre-conditioning by repeated cold start, and short trip driving cycles in combination with sub-zero temperatures, there exists the possibility for ice to form in the throttle housing and temporarily impede full closure of the throttle plate when the accelerator is released. This ice build-up in the throttle housing may cause hesitation in vehicle deceleration and increased stopping distances.

Corrective Action

The dealer will modify the engine intake system to further improve preheating of incoming air in cold weather. This will be done free of charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V206000

Manufacturer: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1979-09-14T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:throttle linkages and control

Component: Vehicle Speed Control

Potentially Affected Units: 61,739

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Under certain conditions such as ambient humidity and vehicle pre-conditioning by repeated cold start, and short trip driving cycles in combination with sub-zero temperatures, there exists the possibility for ice to form in the throttle housing and temporarily impede full closure of the throttle plate when the accelerator is released. This ice build-up in the throttle housing may cause hesitation in vehicle deceleration and increased stopping distances.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will modify the engine intake system to further improve preheating of incoming air in cold weather. This will be done free of charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-nw9i~c2zy_g2mi

NHTSA ID: 79V206000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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