1972 Pontiac CATALINA Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your CATALINA Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Pontiac, so if you own a 1972 CATALINA take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Pontiac to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 1972 CATALINA Recalls

• STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS Recall for 1972 PONTIAC CATALINA

  • Recall Announced JANUARY 24 1973
  • NHTSA Reference #73V013000
  • Number Affected 3,707,064

  Summary: The possibility exists that driving on unpaved road surfaces, particularly roads which are heavily graveled and which are extremely wavy or filled with chuckholes, at speeds which cause the car to pitch excessively, the front crossmember may scoop up loose stones or gravel and could be thrown into the engine compartment. It is possible for one of these stones to lodge between the steering coupling and the frame and cause increased steering effort or interference with steering control of the car when steering wheel is turned to the left.

  Consequence: Increased steering effort or interference with steeringcontrol may lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.

  Fix: Inspect and install shield on affected vehicles.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #73V013000 »

• SEATS Recall for 1972 PONTIAC CATALINA

  • Recall Announced JULY 19 1972
  • NHTSA Reference #72V185000
  • Number Affected 1,699

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  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #72V185000 »