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Safety recall · 85V151000

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

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this recall to NHTSA on November 19, 1985. It covers about 27,942 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
85V151000
Reported
Nov 19, 1985
Vehicles
27,942
Area
Fuel system

The problem

The fuel feed and fuel return pipe assemblies includes a hose which may contact the pointed end of the radiator shroud attaching screw. This could cause a gasoline leak. Consequence of defect: if fuel leak develops it could result in an underhood fire and burn injuries to occupants.

The fix

Reposition fuel lines to preclude contact with radiator shroud attaching screw.

Contacts

System: fuel. 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 Chevrolet, Pontiac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 85V151000.
  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
1985 Chevrolet Caprice05D
1985 Pontiac Parisienne35F

Questions

Is the 85V151000 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 85V151000?

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 85V151000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on November 19, 1985. 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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