Pontiac Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings Recall 76V070000

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Pontiac campaign no 76c-16. Equipped with 400 and 455 c. I. D. Engines.Possibility that the fuel vapor return pipe is positioned so that the hose istoo short and will break or pull loose during the 30 mph barrier portion of thefederal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301 Test procedure, with resultantfuel spillage. This could increase the possibility of a fire resulting fromfuel spillage after a vehicle crash. (Correct by replacing hose with longerhose where necessary).

What to do

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.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Pontiac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 76V070000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1976 Pontiac Firebird	1	3	A

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1976 Pontiac Firebird

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Is the 76V070000 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 76V070000?

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 76V070000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on May 11, 1976. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Fuel system: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings Pontiac recall

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