1978 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD Recalls (2)

Campaign:: 78V189000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Unknown or other
Affected:: 388,867
Defect:: If paper or other combustible materials are placed in the instrument panel ashtray receptacle, they could become ignited and flames from the fire may reach the interior of the instrument panel.
Correction:: Owner will be sent a metal heat shield to be installed above the instrument panel, either by the owner or by the dealer.
Notes:: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: interior; instrument panel.consequences of defect: this could cause a vehicle fire and passenger injuriesdue to fire and smoke inhalation.
Campaign:: 77V162000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Affected:: 5,146
Defect:: Some of the involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems". the windshield washer bottle on the involved vehicles may crack and allow washer fluid to drain out.
Correction:: Dealer will inspect the washer bottle and, if necessary, replace it without charge to owner.
Notes:: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: visual; windshield washer fluid reservoir.consequences of defect: this condition could create a safety hazard since awindshield obscured by road splash could not be cleaned while the car is inmotion. reduced visibility could result and may contribute to a vehicleaccident.