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Safety recall · 69V031000

Vehicle speed control Buick, Cadillac, GMC recall

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this recall to NHTSA on February 28, 1969. It covers about 2,966,979 vehicles across 10 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
69V031000
Reported
Feb 28, 1969
Vehicles
2,966,979
Area
Acceleration & cruise control

The problem

The fast idle cam on quadra-jet carburetors can crack and ultimately break apart. If this occurs and parts fall into the throttle linkage, it could cause the throttle to stick in a partially open position.

The risk

Unexpected loss of throttle control may result in anaccident.

The fix

INSTALL A NEW IMPROVED FAST IDLE CAM.

Contacts

System: fuel; carburetor.Vehicle description: passenger cars.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Buick, Cadillac, GMC dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 69V031000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1968 Buick Buick01F
1969 Buick Buick01F
1968 Cadillac Cadillac01C
1969 Cadillac Cadillac01C
1968 GMC GMC03C
1969 GMC GMC03C
1968 Oldsmobile Oldsmobile01C
1969 Oldsmobile Oldsmobile01C
1968 Pontiac Pontiac01D
1969 Pontiac Pontiac01D

Questions

Is the 69V031000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. GENERAL MOTORS CORP.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 69V031000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 69V031000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on February 28, 1969. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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