Vehicle recall 82V073000 · July 27, 1982

1979-1982 Zimmer Zimmer

The placement of a fixed metal spider and lens in front of the head lamps on these vehicles may adversely affect the quality of the light output.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: The placement of a fixed metal spider and lens in front of the head lamps on these vehicles may adversely affect the quality of the light output. This does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment".
Remedy: Dealer will remove "spider" and lens from head lamps and install a plastic trim piece between the head lamps and outer headlight rim.
Notes: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting; head lamps.consequences of defect: inadequate headlights could lead to an accident innight driving or adverse weather.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 82V073000
Reported to NHTSA: July 27, 1982
Filed by: ZIMMER MOTOR CARS CORP.
Owner notification: July 21, 1982
Vehicles potentially affected: 247
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Components: Exterior lighting › Headlights

Recall 82V073000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Zimmer Zimmer (1979-1982): 1982, 1981, 1980, 1979

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