Recall 79V099000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH Defect in 1979-1979 SAAB 900
RECALL This recall affects up to 3,500 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 79V099000 |
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 3,500 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
THE HEADLAMP RELAY MAY FAIL IN SUCH A WAY AS TO CAUSE THE HEADLAMPS TO FAIL TO SWITCH FROM LOW TO HIGH BEAM (OR VICE VERSA) WHEN THE CONTROL SWITCH IS OPERATED. ALSO, THE HEADLAMPS MAY SHUT OFF INTERMITTENTLY OR COMPLETELY.
Remedy
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HEADLAMP RELAY, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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