NHTSA recall 85V122000
Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Buick Century
Reported Oct 4, 1985772 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Aug 1, 1985 – Sep 1, 1985
The defect
The generator "bat" terminal located on the rectifier end frame may contact the carburetor fuel inlet pipe. consequence of defect: the "bat" stud may rub through the terminal boot and contact the fuel pipe which could result in an underhood fire and cause burn injuries to the occupant.
The remedy
Obtain clearance between fuel pipe and generator "bat" terminal by rotating the rectifier end frame.