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NHTSA recall 80V116000

Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables

GMC M6500

Reported Sep 15, 19801,550 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Jan 1, 1980 – Jul 1, 1980

The defect

A misrouting of the positive battery cable may exist. This may cause damage to the positive battery cable insulation due to rubbing on the right front metal brake tube. Should this occur, the wire in the cable may contact and damage the brake tube, causing loss of brake fluid.

The remedy

Dealer will inspect all vehicles for misrouting of the positive battery cable and abrasive damage to the cable insulation. If necessary, battery cable will be replaced at no charge to owner.

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Vehicles in this recall

GMC M6500
1980

Notes

Vehicle description: medium trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes.system: electrical; battery cable.consequences of defect: loss of brake fluid would reduce braking capability,which could cause a vehicle accident.