Recall 80V-127: 1980 Renault LE Car
RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Sep 29, 1980, covering about 6,500 vehicles.
The problem
Certain vehicles equipped with factory-installed air-conditioning may have defective spare tire restraints. Vehicles so equipped have the spare tire stored on the floor in the cargo area.
The fix
Vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, an additional spare tire retaining bracket will be installed at no charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with air-conditioning.system: equipment; spare tire, carrier.consequences of defect: in the event of a vehicle accident, the rivets on theflexible retaining strap may fail, and the spare tire could be thrown into thepassenger compartment, resulting in passenger injury.note: dealer recommends that the vehicle not be driven with the rear seat inthe folded down position.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/Rack |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 80V127000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Renault LE Car | 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-127?
Certain vehicles equipped with factory-installed air-conditioning may have defective spare tire restraints. Vehicles so equipped have the spare tire stored on the floor in the cargo area.
How is recall 80V-127 fixed?
Vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, an additional spare tire retaining bracket will be installed 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.