Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
BUICK
Model Of Vehicle
SKYHAWK
Year
1979
Recall Campaign Number
79V151000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Inspect The Fuel Feed Hose And Reposition It, If Necessary. Also, Any Damaged Hose Will Be Replaced.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19780801
End Of Manufacture
19790301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
42977
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
19790613