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1989 Am General M998

Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.

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These records cover every 1989 Am General M998. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.

Recalls

1 recall names the 1989 Am General M998. Newest first.

Electrical system › Wiring
Nov 8, 1989NHTSA 89V19500028,715 vehicles
The nato slave receptacle may be incorrectly installed with an insufficient clearance between the positive and negative shell.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An electrical short could occur that could result in abattery meltdown, vehicle fire and possible battery explosion.
Remedy
Replace slave receptacle as neccessary.
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