NHTSA recall 69V030000
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Chevrolet Belair and 3 more
Reported Feb 28, 19692,570,914 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
The defect
Exhaust emissions (carbon monoxide) may enter the interior of the vehicle when the exhaust pipe IS substantially out the design position, deteriorated from use, or when an opening in the body develops near the exhaust outlet and, at the same time, a negative air pressure occurs in the vehicle interior.
The risk
Under these conditions, vehicle occupants may experiencecarbon monoxide poisoning.
The remedy
Reseal nearby body joints and replace the draw plug in the body which was used to remove surplus bonderizing solution during manufacture.