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1994 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were built with overtorqued drive axle spindle nuts. this condition can cause excessive loads on the spindle nut and drive axle resulting in failure of the drive axle or the spindle nut. failure of either of these components can result in separation of the steering knuckle tire-wheel assembly from the drive axle.

Corrective Action

this can result in loss of vehicle control and a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the left-hand and right-hand drive axles, bearing-hub assemblies, spindle nuts, and washers on all involved vehicles. corrective action: dealers will replace left-hand and right-hand drive axles, bearing-hub assemblies, spindle nuts, and washers on all involved vehicles.

1993 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. during very cold weather, water thatn enters the accelerator control cable conduit freezes and causes the accelerator cable to develop a high effort or binding condition.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, loss of normal throttle control can result, or the throttle will not return to idle when the accelerator pedal is released, causing possible loss of control and an accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator control assembly.

1993 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

the brake hoses were manufactured incorrectly, and do not comply with fmvss 106, "brake hoses."

Corrective Action

the improperly manufactured brake hoses can causereduced brake effectiveness and/or uneven braking, which could result in anaccident.

Recall Notes

replace the right front brake hose assembly on ciera and century models, and both rear brake hoses on cavalier and sunbird models.

1992 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

the secondary hood latch spring is improperly installed or missing, leading to a condition where the secondary hood latch does not engage the secondary striker.

Corrective Action

if the secondary hood latch is not engaged, and theprimary hood latch was also not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. ifthis occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the hood may contact the windshield,reducing the forward vision area of the driver and a vehicle crash could occur.

Recall Notes

inspect hood latch assemblies and, where necessary, install a new secondary hood latch spring.

1992 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. during very cold weather, water thatn enters the accelerator control cable conduit freezes and causes the accelerator cable to develop a high effort or binding condition.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, loss of normal throttle control can result, or the throttle will not return to idle when the accelerator pedal is released, causing possible loss of control and an accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator control assembly.

1992 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

the accelerator cable may have been kinked during vehicle assembly. the kink in the cable can cause either a high effort accelerator cable, sticking accelerator cable, or a broken accelerator cable.

Corrective Action

if the accelerator control cable sticks or breaks it canresult in loss of throttle control. if loss of throttle control occurs while thevehicle is in motion, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.

Recall Notes

replace the accelerator control cable assembly.

1991 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments

Consequence of Defect

front door interlock striker may fail, causing door frame collapse and insufficient strength for the shoulder belt anchorage.

Corrective Action

the door frame would collapse. vehicle does not complywith fmvss 210.

Recall Notes

replace the passive restraint interlock striker studs on front doors.

1991 Pontiac Sunbird

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).

1991 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the front door shoulder belt guide loops may be cracked and are not in compliance with fmvss 208.

Corrective Action

the seat occupant faces increased risk of injury in theevent of a sudden stop or accident.

Recall Notes

install reinforcing plates on the cracked shoulder belt guides.

1990 Pontiac Sunbird

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 Sunbird

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

a fuel tank leak could occur due to small creases on the tank underside cracking during pressure cycling which occurs during normal operation.

Corrective Action

in presence of an ignition source, this condition couldresult in a fire.

Recall Notes

replace fuel tank.

1989 Pontiac Sunbird

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 Sunbird

Component

Visibility:Windshield

Consequence of Defect

there may be poor bond adhesion between windshield glass and mounting.

Corrective Action

windshield could separate during a 30 mph frontal barriertest required by fmvss 212. such separation during an accident could result inan unbelted occupant being ejected and injuried.

Recall Notes

reinstall windshield assuring proper adhesion.

1988 Pontiac Sunbird

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 Sunbird

Component

Electrical System:Wiring: Rear Compartment/Trunk

Consequence of Defect

rear lamp wiring harness may contain open or intermittent circuits affecting back up lamp or license plate lamp operation.

Corrective Action

lamps would flash or be inoperative; cars would notcomply with fmvss 108.

Recall Notes

install new wiring harness.

1987 Pontiac Sunbird

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 Sunbird

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

the fuel feed and/or return hose/pipe assemblies could crack or separate, allowing fuel to leak into the underhood area.

Corrective Action

this could result in an underhood fire, without priorwarning, and cause injury to occupants.

Recall Notes

replace both fuel feed and return hose/pipe assemblies.

1986 Pontiac Sunbird

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 Sunbird

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.

1985 Pontiac Sunbird

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 Sunbird

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 Sunbird

Component

Seats

Consequence of Defect

the metal floor pan anchor bar could fatigue and break around the left front outer seat adjuster stud of the drivers seat, allowing the stud to separate from the floor pan anchor bar.

Corrective Action

drivers seat could tip rearward unexpectedly; this couldresult in loss of control and a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

install a reinforcement bracket on the floor pan anchor bar at the left front outer seat adjuster position of the drivers seat.

1983 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Seats

Consequence of Defect

the metal floor pan anchor bar could fatigue and break around the left front outer seat adjuster stud of the drivers seat, allowing the stud to separate from the floor pan anchor bar.

Corrective Action

drivers seat could tip rearward unexpectedly; this couldresult in loss of control and a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

install a reinforcement bracket on the floor pan anchor bar at the left front outer seat adjuster position of the drivers seat.

1980 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

on certain vehicles, the seat belt retractors in the rear seating positions contain first lock positions which will not lock when used by smaller passengers. this fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

all owners will be sent a pre-paid postage card that is to be filled out and sent back. the card will indicate whether the seat belts are functioning properly. if dealer inspects seat belts, the seat belt retractors will be replaced, if necessary, without charge.

1979 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

the carburetor fuel feed hose may not have been properly positioned during assembly. as a result the hose could come in contact with or be too close to the engine emission exhaust system gas recirculation valve. this can cause the hose to rupture.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect the fuel feed hose and reposition it, if necessary. also, any damaged hose will be replaced.

1979 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Equipment

Consequence of Defect

certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

1979 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Electrical System:Wiring

Consequence of Defect

the engine oil pressure switch may cause a random internal electrical short which could result in the engine starting by itself when the ignition switch is turned to the "on" position.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the oil pressure switches on all suspect vehicles at no cost to owner.

1978 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

the intermediate shaft coupling on the involved vehicles may have been machined oversized in the serration area where it attaches to the steering column. this would prevent the coupling from properly tightening on the shaft when the clamp and pinch bolt were installed.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the shaft coupling, if necessary, without charge to owner.

1978 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Equipment

Consequence of Defect

certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

1978 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Consequence of Defect

operation of the vehicle in a manner which produces hard bottoming out of the front suspension may cause deformation of the left engine mount support structure and allow the engine mount bracket to contact the steering pitman arm or steering linkage.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

an engine mount support bracket reinforcement kit will be installed on the left front engine mount support structure without charge to owner.

1977 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the incorrect fuel hose pipe was installed. consequently, the needed special reinforcement, used to help prevent rupture of the hose and spillage of fuel resulting from an impact from the side, was omitted. this would constitute a non-compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 310, "fuel system integrity".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install the correct fuel hose without charge to owner.

1977 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Equipment

Consequence of Defect

certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

1977 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Consequence of Defect

operation of the vehicle in a manner which produces hard bottoming out of the front suspension may cause deformation of the left engine mount support structure and allow the engine mount bracket to contact the steering pitman arm or steering linkage.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

an engine mount support bracket reinforcement kit will be installed on the left front engine mount support structure without charge to owner.

1976 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Pontiac Sunbird

Component

Equipment

Consequence of Defect

certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.