1982 Cadillac Seville
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1982 Cadillac Seville. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
4 recalls name the 1982 Cadillac Seville. Newest first.
The fuel filters were produced with an incorrect threaded fitting. The incorrect fitting IS similiar enough in size that the fuel filter may appear to be correctly threaded onto the fuel line.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Replace the filters with the correct filters.
Remedy
The improper threading could cause a gasoline leak which may result in an underhood fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
The fusible link, which protects electrical components connected through the ignition switch, could come open while rear window defogger IS in operation. If twilight sentinel switch IS on and headlight switch IS off, an open link will result in loss of headlights.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace defective fusible link with an improved type.
Some of the involved vehicles contain incorrect accelerator cable brackets. This could allow the cruise control servo rod to bind on the accelerator cable bracket.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will install the correct cable bracket without charge to owner. Vehicles without cruise control will also be modified in the event that cruise control IS later added.
Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the governor weight retainer in the injection pump may fail. The throttle valve could stick, preventing return to idle and shut down of the engine by the driver.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace the governor weight assembly in the injection pump at no cost to owner.
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