Pontiac Labels Recall 79V056000 (164 Vehicles)

The problem

Labels fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "Tire selection and rims". Incorrect information was provided on tire labels.

The fix

Correct placards will be available for installation by owners or by dealers without charge.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: equipment; tire information labels.Consequences of defect: reference to incorrect information can lead to under orover inflation followed by loss of vehicle control and an accident.

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 79V056000.
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
1977 Pontiac Firebird	1	2	A

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Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1977 Pontiac Firebird

Questions

Is the 79V056000 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 79V056000?

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 79V056000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on February 26, 1979. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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