NHTSA Recall 71V176000: Windshield (visibility)
GEN MTRS CORP-OVERSEAS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 100,661 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Opel 1900.
| NHTSA campaign | 71V176000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD |
| Report received | October 6, 1971 |
| Owner notification | October 1, 1971 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Not provided.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Not provided.
Notes
Possibility that windshield may not have been mounted to confo rm withretention requirement of federal motor vehicle safetystandard no.212.ifcondition exists and vehicle is involve d in high impact frontal collision,windshield may come out. (correct by inspecting and securing with improvedadhesive whe re necessary.)
Vehicles covered by recall 71V176000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Opel 1900 | 1971, 1972 |
| Opel 31 | 1971, 1972 |
| Opel 31D | 1971, 1972 |
| Opel 36 | 1971 |
| Opel 36D | 1971 |
| Opel 39 | 1971, 1972 |
| Opel Kadett | 1970 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.