THE FAST IDLE CAM ON QUADRA-JET CARBURETORS CAN CRACK AND ULTIMATELY BREAK APART
— Recall Campaign #69V031000
THE FAST IDLE CAM ON QUADRA-JET CARBURETORS CAN CRACK AND ULTIMATELY BREAK APART. IF THIS OCCURS AND PARTS FALL INTO THE THROTTLE LINKAGE, IT COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO STICK IN A PARTIALLY OPEN POSITION.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,966,979 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
69V031000
| Manufacturer: | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 28, 1969 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 69V031000 |
| Units affected: | 2,966,979 |
- Description:
- THE FAST IDLE CAM ON QUADRA-JET CARBURETORS CAN CRACK AND ULTIMATELY BREAK APART. IF THIS OCCURS AND PARTS FALL INTO THE THROTTLE LINKAGE, IT COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO STICK IN A PARTIALLY OPEN POSITION.
- Consequeces:
- UNEXPECTED LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL MAY RESULT IN ANACCIDENT.
- Corrective action:
- INSTALL A NEW IMPROVED FAST IDLE CAM.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: FUEL; CARBURETOR.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.