Saab Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #79V230000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V230000 by Saab Cars Usa, Inc.. Includes 2,912 affected units, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The insulation of the positive battery cable may possibly melt or become brittle due to the high temperatures which may be generated in the vicinity of the cable.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the "b+" cable (positive cable from starter), add protective sleeves over the starter wiring harness, and install a new heat guard for the battery, without charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V230000

Manufacturer: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1979-10-19T00:00:00

Subject: Electrical system:battery:cable

Component: Electrical System

Potentially Affected Units: 2,912

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The insulation of the positive battery cable may possibly melt or become brittle due to the high temperatures which may be generated in the vicinity of the cable.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will replace the "b+" cable (positive cable from starter), add protective sleeves over the starter wiring harness, and install a new heat guard for the battery, without charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-t3sn~iehm~h54v

NHTSA ID: 79V230000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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