NHTSA recall 69V031000
Vehicle speed control
Buick Buick and 4 more
Reported Feb 28, 19692,966,979 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
The defect
The fast idle cam on quadra-jet carburetors can crack and ultimately break apart. If this occurs and parts fall into the throttle linkage, it could cause the throttle to stick in a partially open position.
The risk
Unexpected loss of throttle control may result in anaccident.
The remedy
Install a new improved fast idle cam.