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1978 GMC P Series Recall

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Active Safety 1978 GMC P Series Recalls (4)

Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1978 GMC P Series in Canada.

Ref #1980-166 Campaign : OC21
1980-12-05 699 units

Seats And Restraints

Issue Description

On certain P10, P20 and P30 vehicles equipped with Gruman Olson bodies ,the drivers seat belt anchor bolt may loosen through normal vehicle vibration. This condition could allow the seat belt anchorage to become loose and would not restrain the driver in the event of an accident.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (seats and restraints) 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 #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 #1978-058 Campaign : 8T08 8G09
1978-07-12 153 units

Lights And Instruments

Issue Description

Certain P10, P20 and P30 vehicles are equipped with speedometers and odometers calibrated in miles rather than kilometers as required by federal safety standard 101 - control location.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (lights and instruments) 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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