NHTSA Recall 71V235000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,682,084 vehicles. It affects 16 models including the Chevrolet Belair.
| NHTSA campaign | 71V235000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | December 29, 1971 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
There is a possibility that a separated motor mount may allow the engine to lift, which may affect the throttle linkage, momentarily increasing throttle, possibly to full throttle.
Safety risk
Unexpected loss of throttle control may cause loss ofvehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Inspect engine mounts and install restraints which will limit engine lift and eliminate possible secondary effects to the throttle linkage due to engine mount separation.
Notes
System: engine.vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light trucks and vans.
Vehicles covered by recall 71V235000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Belair | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| Chevrolet Brookwood | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| Chevrolet C Series | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 |
| Chevrolet Camaro | 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| Chevrolet Caprice | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| Chevrolet Chevrolet | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 |
| Chevrolet Chevy II | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| Chevrolet G Series | 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 |
| Chevrolet Impala | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| Chevrolet Kingswood | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| Chevrolet Nova | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| Chevrolet P Series | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 |
| Chevrolet Townsman | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 |
| GMC C Series | 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 |
| GMC G Series | 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 |
| GMC P Series | 1968, 1969, 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.