Recall 80V-112: 1980 Nissan 200SX Vehicle Speed Control Recall

NHTSA number

80V-112

Report date

Aug 28, 1980

Vehicles affected

39,382

Owners notified

Oct 20, 1980

The problem

Moisture present in the exhaust gas recirculation system may, under conditions of sub-zero temperatures and low EGR flow rate, condense and freeze in the throttle chamber. An icing condition could occur if the vehicle owner fails to adequately warm up the engine before driving. This could prevent the throttle from closing completely and would result in higher than norman idle RPM.

The fix

The dealer will install a throttle chamber heating kit to prevent icing at no charge to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: throttle linkages and control; throttle chamber.consequences of defect: should a high idle condition occur when the roads arewet, or covered with snow and ice, hard braking could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and accident.

Recall details

Manufacturer	NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Component	Vehicle Speed Control
Recall started by	NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number	80V112000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Nissan 200SX	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-112?

Moisture present in the exhaust gas recirculation system may, under conditions of sub-zero temperatures and low EGR flow rate, condense and freeze in the throttle chamber. An icing condition could occur if the vehicle owner fails to adequately warm up the engine before driving. This could prevent the throttle from closing completely and would result in higher than norman idle RPM.

How is recall 80V-112 fixed?

The dealer will install a throttle chamber heating kit to prevent icing at no 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.