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Recall List for the 1985 Pontiac Fiero

Official recall notices have been issued for the 1985 Pontiac Fiero by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions. It's important to note that most recalls won't cost you anything to get fixed, so if your car is affected you should call an authorized Pontiac service shop immediately!

  1. 1985 Pontiac Fiero FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE NHTSA Campaign #06E043000

    • Date Announced: MAY 19, 2006
    • Vehicles Affected: 88,303

    Summary: Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name P/N G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from October 18, 2005, through March 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the O-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

    Consequence: This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

    Actions: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1). For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E043000 »

  2. 1985 Pontiac Fiero PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL NHTSA Campaign #91V055000

    • Date Announced: APRIL 11, 1991
    • Vehicles Affected: 179,036

    Summary: Parking brake adjuster fails to operate and do not work after brake pad wear.

    Consequence: Parking brakes will not completely hold a parked vehiclewhen parked on a slope, causing unintended vehicle rollaway which could resultin a vehicle accident.

    Actions: Replace nonfunctioning parking brake adjusters. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #91V055000 »

  3. 1985 Pontiac Fiero ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE NHTSA Campaign #90V104000

    • Date Announced: APRIL 23, 1990
    • Vehicles Affected: 102,162

    Summary: PCV grommet oil leaks, transmission oil cooler leaks, piston connecting rod failures breaking through engine wall causing oil spillage, fuel rail leaks, coolant leaks, rocker cover oil leaks, and maintenance or service related factors, could cause engine compartment fires.

    Consequence: An engine compartment fire can spread to the passengercompartment and injure occupants.

    Actions: Correct or install new components to prevent unreasonable fire risk. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #90V104000 »

  4. 1985 Pontiac Fiero ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE NHTSA Campaign #89V232000

    • Date Announced: DECEMBER 28, 1989
    • Vehicles Affected: 244,000

    Summary: Due to an interaction of the engine compartment environment and maintenance or service related factors, there is a risk of engine compartment fires.

    Consequence: An engine compartment fire can spread to the passengercompartment and injure occupants.

    Actions: Correct or install new engine components to prevent unreasonable fire risk. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #89V232000 »

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