| Make : CADILLAC | Model : FLEETWOOD | Year : 1993 |
| Build Dates : 19921001 - 19921101 | ||
| NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 93V041000 | ||
| Date Owners Notified: 19930406 | Date Received by ODI: 19930319 | Date Added to Database: 19930325 |
| Manufacturer(s) Involved: GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | ||
| Manufacturer(s) Responsible for the Recall: GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | ||
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| Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | ||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 37 | ||
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Summary of the Safety Concern:
THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG CAN EXPERIENCE AN INFLATOR IGNITION DELAY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." |
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Consequence:
IF THE INFLATOR IGNITION IS DELAYED IN AN ACCIDENT, THEAIR BAG MAY BE LATE IN DEPLOYING, RESULTING IN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY TOTHE PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT. |
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Remedy:
REPLACE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | Vehicles Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: 571 | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 208 | |
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Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
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