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1991 Pontiac 6000

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.

Corrective Action

the high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material.

Recall Notes

repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip.

1991 Pontiac 6000

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1990 Pontiac 6000

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.

Corrective Action

the high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material.

Recall Notes

repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip.

1990 Pontiac 6000

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1989 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1989 Pontiac 6000

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1988 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1988 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

fuel feed hose could leak at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage into the engine compartment could result inan engine compartment fire that could spread to the passenger compartment.

Recall Notes

install new fuel feed hose assembly.

1988 Pontiac 6000

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Consequence of Defect

front suspension lower control arm bracket could develop metal cracks.

Corrective Action

these cracks may result in disengagement of the lowercontrol arm. if this occurs while vehicle is in motion, it could result inloss of steering control and a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.

Recall Notes

inspect all vehicles and replace engine cradle assembly on all suspect vehicles.

1987 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1987 Pontiac 6000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock

Consequence of Defect

the anti lock brake system (abs) pressure/warning switch may exhibit brake fluid seepage which eventually can lead to loss of the brake system hydraulic pump motor. additionally, the hydraulic pump motor and abs electrical relays may have been exposed to water contamination during vehicle assembly. this condition can cause loss of the hydraulic pump motor and/or loss of the abs function.

Corrective Action

loss of the hydraulic pump motor would result in a totalloss of rear brakes as well as power assist to the front brakes. the red brakewarning light would illuminate and stay on. if this warning is not heeded, aloss of rear brakes at a time when minimum stopping distance is required couldresult in a vehicle crash. an inoperative abs electrical relay could causeloss of the abs function, but normal power assisted braking would be retained.the amber anti lock warning light would illuminate and stay on.

Recall Notes

the abs and hydraulic pump motor electrical relays and 30 amp fuses will be replaced. in addition, the hydraulic pump motor assembly and pressure/warning switch will be inspected and, if required, replaced.

1987 Pontiac 6000

Component

Visibility:Windshield

Consequence of Defect

poor bond adhesion between the windshield glass and mounting could allow the windshield to separate during a 30 mph frontal barrier test required by fmvss 212.

Corrective Action

if windshield glass separation occurs during anaccident, an unbelted occupant could be ejected from the vehicle and injured.

Recall Notes

reinstall windshields to assure proper bond adhesion.

1986 Pontiac 6000

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

the push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace headlight switch as necessary.

1986 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1986 Pontiac 6000

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

the push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. note: also, see nhtsa campaign number 86v131000.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace headlight switch as necessary.

1986 Pontiac 6000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock

Consequence of Defect

the anti lock brake system (abs) pressure/warning switch may exhibit brake fluid seepage which eventually can lead to loss of the brake system hydraulic pump motor. additionally, the hydraulic pump motor and abs electrical relays may have been exposed to water contamination during vehicle assembly. this condition can cause loss of the hydraulic pump motor and/or loss of the abs function.

Corrective Action

loss of the hydraulic pump motor would result in a totalloss of rear brakes as well as power assist to the front brakes. the red brakewarning light would illuminate and stay on. if this warning is not heeded, aloss of rear brakes at a time when minimum stopping distance is required couldresult in a vehicle crash. an inoperative abs electrical relay could causeloss of the abs function, but normal power assisted braking would be retained.the amber anti lock warning light would illuminate and stay on.

Recall Notes

the abs and hydraulic pump motor electrical relays and 30 amp fuses will be replaced. in addition, the hydraulic pump motor assembly and pressure/warning switch will be inspected and, if required, replaced.

1985 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1985 Pontiac 6000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Springs

Consequence of Defect

the throttle linkage may bind because during normal operation, the throttle body case may interfere with the linkage. this interference could prevent the throttle from closing even though the driver has removed his foot from the accelerator pedal.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect vehicles and improve the clearance between the accelerator linkage and throttle body casing if needed, at no charge to owner.

1984 Pontiac 6000

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Tailgate:Latch

Consequence of Defect

vehicles may have been wired improperly so that the tailgate lock can be released when the vehicle is not in park or is in motion.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

correct operation of the tailgate lock will be verified. the lock release should operate only when vehicle is in park and the ignition switch is in the run position. if this is not the case, the wiring will be corrected.

1984 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1984 Pontiac 6000

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

some vehicles have bucket seat back locks that do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 207, anchorage of seats. in event of a crash, the seat back lock may not function.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

inspection of seat back locks will be performed. locks that have bent, broken or missing hooks will be replaced.

1984 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

the fuel system may leak at the throttle body injection fuel feed pipe connection. consequence of defect: this leakage could result in an underhood fire which could spread to the passenger compartment and cause burn injuries to occupants.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the fuel feed pipe.

1983 Pontiac 6000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Differential Proportional Valve

Consequence of Defect

the brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. this would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.

1983 Pontiac 6000

Component

Parking Brake:Conventional:Mechanical:Linkage And Cable

Consequence of Defect

parking brake cables contain incorrect springs. these springs fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and install new rear parking brake cable if necessary.

1982 Pontiac 6000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Consequence of Defect

under certaain conditions, the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler vent pipe could fracture. the fracture of these clamps could cause fuel leakage at any of the four pipe to hose connections. leakage can occur during refueling, or while driving, if the fuel tank is above 3/4 full.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and replace the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and vent pipe at no cost to owner.

1982 Pontiac 6000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

rear brake hoses may have been manufactured incorrectly when the metal end fittings were installed. some rear brake hoses may separate from the metal end fittings when subjected to the pulling force specified by federal motor vehicle safety standard 106, "brake hoses".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect and replace, if necessary, the rear brake hoses at no charge to owners.