Recall 80V-110: 1979–1980 Peugeot 504
PEUGEOT, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Aug 27, 1980, covering about 10,000 vehicles.
The problem
The air conditioning units on the involved vehicles may have been filled with an unecessarily long length of wire from the blower speed control resistors to the evaporator blower motor. Due to the length of the wire, chafing or pinching may occur at some point, causing a short circuit. This will stop the motor.
The fix
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify the length of the blower motor wire without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with air conditioning.system: air conditioner; electronic climate control module.consequences of defect: the fuse in the circuit may not blow to protect thecircuit, the uncooled resistors may heat up and, after a period of time, maycause the plastic blower casing to ignite. This could result in a vehicle fireand personal injury.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PEUGEOT, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 80V110000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Peugeot 504 | 1979, 1980 | 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 80V-110?
The air conditioning units on the involved vehicles may have been filled with an unecessarily long length of wire from the blower speed control resistors to the evaporator blower motor. Due to the length of the wire, chafing or pinching may occur at some point, causing a short circuit. This will stop the motor.
How is recall 80V-110 fixed?
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify the length of the blower motor wire without charge 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.