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1978 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles interference may exist between the instrument panel wiring harness and the clutch linkage. as a result of this interference, the harness may become chafed by the clutch linkage during normal clutch operation. this condition could lead to an electrical fire should an electrical shortage occur.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will eliminate any interference between the clutch linkage and main instrument panel harness, without charge.

1978 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1977 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1977 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the accelerator cable may have an overly long plastic sleeve at its carburetor end. this could allow the sleeve to become stuck in the end-fitting when the accelerator pedal is pressed to the floor. this would cause the throttle to stick in the open position.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install an accelerator cable of the proper length, at no charge to owner.

1976 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Electrical System:Ignition:Module

Consequence of Defect

the electronic ignition system sensor circuit contains a two-wire connector which could cause difficulty in the engine ignition. this difficulty may be caused by mechanical or chemical actions at the connector.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the two-wire connector will be modified by the dealer by cutting and solder-splicing the wires.

1976 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Consequence of Defect

the high pressure power steering hose may have been routed too close to the exhaust manifold. as a result, the heat from the manifold could damage the hose.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

damaged hoses will be replaced and undamaged hoses will be properly routed as necessary.

1975 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Equipment:Mechanical:Jacks

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Suspension

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Electrical System:Ignition:Module

Consequence of Defect

the electronic ignition system sensor circuit contains a two-wire connector which could cause difficulty in the engine ignition. this difficulty may be caused by mechanical or chemical actions at the connector.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the two-wire connector will be modified by the dealer by cutting and solder-splicing the wires.

1975 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Consequence of Defect

the high pressure power steering hose may have been routed too close to the exhaust manifold. as a result, the heat from the manifold could damage the hose.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

damaged hoses will be replaced and undamaged hoses will be properly routed as necessary.

1974 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Electrical System:Ignition:Module

Consequence of Defect

the electronic ignition system sensor circuit contains a two-wire connector which could cause difficulty in the engine ignition. this difficulty may be caused by mechanical or chemical actions at the connector.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the two-wire connector will be modified by the dealer by cutting and solder-splicing the wires.

1973 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1973 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1972 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1972 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1972 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1970 American Motors Gremlin

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes