What NHTSA investigated
Analysis: subject vehicles use an amc 6-CYLINDER engine which, for earliermodel years, was within the scope of EA84-015: engine compartment fires IN1981-83 amc vehicles using amc 6-CYLINDER engines.this ea was closed injune of 1986.ALTHOUGH AM general is the final stage manufacturer, an irwas also forwarded to amc.the post office fleet is presently evaluatingthe vehicles under a variety of test conditions, in an effort to simulatean engine fire under conditions which are both verifiable and reproducible.summary of information from manufacturer:on march 30, 1987, AM generalissued a safety recall (87V-041) concerning alleged engine compartmentfires in the subject fleet.the recall will involve modifications to thevacuum system in an effort to eliminate further fire occurrences.status:close this preliminary analysis.===
The recall that followed
Vehicles covered
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| AM General | FJ8C | 1984–1987 |
Source
From NHTSA’s investigation file, rebuilt daily. To report a problem with your own vehicle, go to nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem. All open investigations.