Campaign & Modification Information

THE CAMPAIGN

The Defect

Saab-Scania of America has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety may exist in 1987 and 1988 900 models. Approximately 70,000 vehicles are affected.

These cars will be recalled to install protection for electrical wires to prevent the possibility of chafing at critical locations in the dashboard and under the rear seat. Additionally, the recirculation switch wiring is to be modified. A short circuit could develop if chafing occurs to the wiring harness at these specific locations, resulting in smoke or, possibly, a fire in the passenger compartment.

Vehicles Affected By This Recall

All 1987 900 Models All 1988 900 Models

Recall Schedule

This Service Information replaces the Preliminary S.I. issued on December 21, 1988 and supersedes S.I.01/89-1106. The owner letter and claim form was mailed on January 13, 1989, and initial parts shipments began on January 10, 1989. A videotape version of this Recall S.I. was also to be sent to you in late January. The official starting date for the campaign was January 30, 1989.

MODIFICATION PARTS

The parts required for this recall have been assembled into a kit. After receiving the initial parts shipment, reorder kits as necessary using VOR order procedures.

Wire Protection Kit P/N 85 47 762

Part No. Description Qty Notes

89 30 349 Protection strip 1 For LH rear seat bracket
95 42 242 Protection sleeve 1 For carpet bracket at rear of console
85 64 973 Protection strip 2 Behind instrument cluster
40 63 517 Corrugated tube 1 200 mm long
40 63 525 Corrugated tube 1 320 mm long
79 71 880 Tie strap 3 Long
79 71 864 Tie strap 1 Short, for radio wiring