1976 American Motors Hornet
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1976 American Motors Hornet. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1976 American Motors Hornet. Newest first.
The high pressure power steering hose may have been routed too close to the exhaust manifold. As a result, the heat from the manifold could damage the hose.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Damaged hoses will be replaced and undamaged hoses will be properly routed as necessary.
The electronic ignition system sensor circuit contains a two-wire connector which could cause difficulty in the engine ignition. This difficulty may be caused by mechanical or chemical actions at the connector.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The two-wire connector will be modified by the dealer by cutting and solder-splicing the wires.
Every American Motors Hornet model year
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