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1977 Chevrolet P Series Recall

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Active Safety 1977 Chevrolet P Series Recalls (4)

Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1977 Chevrolet P Series in Canada.

Ref #1980-017 Campaign : 0C17
1980-02-05 1 799 units

Label

Issue Description

On certain P30 vehicles, the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) are shown in pounds rather than kilograms as required by section 6 of the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations - statement of compliance.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (label) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
Ref #1978-118 Campaign : 9G01 9T02
1978-10-23 89 units

Fuel System

Issue Description

Certain P30 vehicles were stored in direct sunlight with temperature high enough to melt the fusible fuel tank vent plug (prior to body installation). This plug is designed to melt and vent the fuel tank whenever the tank is subjected to excessive heat and/or pressure.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (fuel system) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
Ref #1978-119 Campaign : 9T01
1978-10-23 77 units

Label

Issue Description

On certain P30 vehicles, a brake fluid reservoir warning plate reading "warning - clean filler cap before removing. Use only dot 3 fluid from a sealed container" was omitted during production. This warning is required by federal safety standard 105 - hydraulic brakes.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (label) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
Ref #1977-035 Campaign : N/D
1977-07-15 1 286 units

Brakes

Issue Description

On certain G3 and P30 vehicles, the brake master cylinder reservoir mounting bolts were improperly processed and may break. If the bolts break, a fluid leak may develop leading to a partial or complete loss of the hydraulic brake system.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (brakes) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
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