Key Takeaway
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM by PEUGEOT, INC. was recalled on February 10, 1986. What to do: INSTALL REPLACEMENT BOLTS WHICH ARE PROPERLY HEAT TREATED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
RETAINING BOLTS USED THROUGHOUT THE CAR WHICH GROUND CERTAIN ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS WERE IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED, MAKING THE BOLTS BRITTLE AND SUBJECT TO BREAKAGE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: DEPENDING ON BOLT WHICH FAILS, THE VEHICLE WILL EXPERIENCE LOSS OF POWER TO THE FUEL PUMP, FRONT AND REAR LIGHTING, WINDSHIELD WIPERS, DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND/OR INTERIOR ACCESSORIES WITHOUT WARNING. LOSS OF POWER TO THE FUEL PUMP WILL CAUSE THE CAR TO STALL WHICH MAY PRESENT A HIGHWAY HAZARD. LOSS OF LIGHTS AND/OR WINDSHIELD WIPER ACTION MAY PREVENT THE DRIVER FROM HAVING CLEAR VISION OF THE ROAD OR HAVE THE CAR BE VISIBLE TO OTHER TRAFFIC WHICH MAY LEAD TO AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL REPLACEMENT BOLTS WHICH ARE PROPERLY HEAT TREATED.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesRelated Recalls
PEUGEOT/HEADLIGHT LENS
March 25, 1997
PEUGEOT/FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY
February 6, 1996
FUEL:FUEL LINES FITTINGS AND PUMP
April 13, 1994
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:HARNESS:FRONT:UNDERHOOD
June 24, 1991
EQUIPMENT:TIRE RESERVE LOAD LABEL (GLOVE COMPARTME
January 4, 1990
FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY:PIPE:FILLER:NECK
October 4, 1989
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: INSTALL REPLACEMENT BOLTS WHICH ARE PROPERLY HEAT TREATED.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.