Key Takeaway

LIGHTING:GENERAL OR UNKNOWN COMPONENT:COURTESY LIG by GRUMMAN FLXIBLE CORP. was recalled on January 14, 1980. What to do: DEALER WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL PLASTIC COVERSHIELD OVER THE EXISTING SHIELD TO ELIMINATE THE PROBLEM.

NHTSA Ongoing

LIGHTING:GENERAL OR UNKNOWN COMPONENT:COURTESY LIG

Recalled: January 14, 1980 ~10,000 units affected 79V267

Description

THE INVOLVED VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT". THE STEPWELL LIGHTS LOCATED AT THE CURBSIDE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND THE REAR EXIT DOOR MAY GENERATE EXCESSIVE HEAT. THIS HEAT MAY BE TRANSMITTED TO THE PROTRUDING SHIELD LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER ENTRANCE AND EXIT AREA.

Remedy

DEALER WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL PLASTIC COVERSHIELD OVER THE EXISTING SHIELD TO ELIMINATE THE PROBLEM.

Products Affected

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Company Information

GRUMMAN FLXIBLE CORP.

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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: DEALER WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL PLASTIC COVERSHIELD OVER THE EXISTING SHIELD TO ELIMINATE THE PROBLEM.

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