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Chevrolet Cavalier Recall 85V042: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

NHTSA campaign 85V042, reported April 12, 1985, 34,331 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 85V042GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Problem
THE ENGINE AIR CLEANER PLASTIC TRIM COVER COULD DETACH FROM THE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY AND FALL FORWARD ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE CAR IS BEING OPERATED AT THE TIME OF DETACHMENT, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.
Risk
Remedy
REMOVE THE TRIM COVER AND DISCARD.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH RPO LQ5 2.0L L4 ENGINESWITHOUT AN UNDERHOOD INSULATION BLANKET. SYSTEM: ENGINE AIR CLEANER COVER.

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Cavalier1985