Recall 79V-006: 1977–1979 Checker Checker
CHECKER MOTORS CORP. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jan 9, 1979, covering about 5,553 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems", due to a missing defroster air outlet hole in the instrument panel. Because the vehicles have only one outlet hole instead of two, as required, an inadequate supply of defroster air reaches the windshield. This results in a longer time period for complete defrosting.
The fix
The dealer will drill the necessary 3/8 inch hole at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: defroster; windshield air outlet.consequences of defect: an undefrosted windshield obstructs the driver"s viewof the road and may lead to a vehicle accident.note: drivers are advised to allow adequate defrosting time to completely clearwindshield before driving vehicle.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHECKER MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 79V006000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Checker Checker | 1977, 1978, 1979 | All 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 79V-006?
Vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems", due to a missing defroster air outlet hole in the instrument panel. Because the vehicles have only one outlet hole instead of two, as required, an inadequate supply of defroster air reaches the windshield. This results in a longer time period for complete defrosting.
How is recall 79V-006 fixed?
The dealer will drill the necessary 3/8 inch hole 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.