Recall 77V-115: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 28, 1977, covering about 15,484 vehicles.

NHTSA number
77V-115
Report date
Jul 28, 1977
Vehicles affected
15,484
Owners notified
Jul 25, 1977

The problem

The involved vehicles have steering wheel center hubs which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 107, "reflecting surfaces". The horn button cap and the lock lever have a brushed chrome finish. The surface reflectivity of this finish on some of these horn button caps and lock levers is approximately twice the maximum reflectivity allowed by the standard.

The fix

Dealer will replace the cap and lever with parts painted to match the interior trim color at no cost to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with tilt telescoping steeringassembly.system: steering; steering wheel center hub.consequences of defect: if the driver does not take steps to alleviate thedistraction of light reflecting off the steering wheel hub, this could lead toan accident.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentElectrical System › Horn
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number77V115000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Corvette1977All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 77V-115?

The involved vehicles have steering wheel center hubs which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 107, "reflecting surfaces". The horn button cap and the lock lever have a brushed chrome finish. The surface reflectivity of this finish on some of these horn button caps and lock levers is approximately twice the maximum reflectivity allowed by the standard.

How is recall 77V-115 fixed?

Dealer will replace the cap and lever with parts painted to match the interior trim color at no cost to owner.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.