1991 Pontiac Firebird Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1991 Pontiac Firebird. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 94V077000Apr 25, 1994232,988 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
  Covers: Pontiac Firebird 1991–1992, Chevrolet Camaro 1991–1992

  Reported issue: The fuel filler neck solder joint can develop cracks or pin hole leaks, which does not comply with fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the cracks and holes can allow fuel vapor and fuel leakage.

  Possible consequence: Consequence of non-compliance: gasoline vapors and fuel leaks can result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace those which exhibit the cracks or pin hole leaks.

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• 91V067000Apr 22, 199140,696 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
  Covers: Pontiac Firebird 1991, Chevrolet Camaro 1991

  Reported issue: The metal latchplates may not engage the buckle assemblies, causing a "no latch" condition. Movement of the seat occupant in this condition could cause latchplate release from the buckle.

  Possible consequence: Unbelted or incorrectly belted seat occupants aresubjected to increased risk of injury in the event of sudden stop or accident.

  Remedy: Replace the retractor assembly for the safety belt (front and rear in coupes and front only in convertibles).

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• 91V031000Feb 19, 199121 vehicles potentially affected
  Visibility › Windshield
  Covers: Pontiac Firebird 1991, Chevrolet Camaro 1991

  Reported issue: Poor bond adhesion between the windshield glass and the mounting, which could allow the windshield to separate from the vehicle during a collision. This fails to conform with fmvss 212.

  Possible consequence: If windshield separation occurs in a collision, anunbelted occupant could be ejected from the vehicle, and personal injury couldoccur.

  Remedy: Remove all sealer from windshield and mounting; apply new bonding and sealant material, and reinstall windshield.

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