Safety Recall NHTSA · 80V119000 Reported September 19, 1980

Equipment:speed control

Renault, Incorporated · N/A · 750 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
80V119000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
750
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 19, 1980

Defect Summary

On certain vehicles, the cruise control actuation chain could catch on certain carburetor hardware, causing the throttle plate to remain in a partially open position.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install a protective plate between the cruise control actuation chain and the throttle plate, without charge to owner.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Renault, Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 80V119000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 80V119000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 80V119000?

NHTSA recall 80V119000 was issued by Renault, Incorporated on September 19, 1980. It addresses: Equipment:speed control. The recall affects approximately 750 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Renault, Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 80V119000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.