
Buick Recalls
BUICK: APOLLO: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V095000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | APOLLO |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 16098 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750520 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750522 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-11.OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-8, BUICK CAMPAIGN NO75-C-10.POSSIBILITY THAT THE CARBURETOR THROTTLE CABLE CONDUIT MAY BREAK ATTHE MOLDED DASH PANEL CONNECTION.SHOULD THE THROTTLE CABLE CONDUIT BREAK, ITMAY CAUSE A SHARP BEND IN THE CABLE, ALLOWING THE STRANDED WIRES TO FRAY ANDBALL UP INSIDE THE CONDUIT.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, IT WOULD RESULT INTHROTTLE CABLE STICKING AND PREVENTING THE THROTTLE FROM CLOSING.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND REPLACING THROTTLE CABLES.)
BUICK: APOLLO: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | APOLLO |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: APOLLO: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V162000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | APOLLO |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 358 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740926 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTORS CAMPAIGN NOS.OLDSMOBILE 75-C-4.CHEVROLET 75-C-02.TWO DOOREQUIPPED WITH BUCKET SEATS.POSSIBILITY THE OUTBOARD LOCK OF THE FRONT SEATBACK MAY REST ON THE HEAD OF THE STRIKER AND PREVENT FULL ENGAGEMENT OF THELOCK WHEN THE SEAT BACK IS IN THE NORMAL UPRIGHT POSITION.THIS IS DUE TO THESTRIKER BEING OF INSUFFICIENT LENGTH.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, AND THEVEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL CRASH, IT COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASEDPOSSIBILITY OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT(S).(CORRECT BY INSPECTING ANDINSTALLING A NEW 3/8" LONGER STRIKER TO PROVIDE LOCKING ENGAGEMENT).
BUICK: APOLLO: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V094000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | APOLLO |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3069 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750516 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750521 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-13.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-9.POSSIBILITY THATUNITS MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH INSUFFICIENT TORQUE ON THE STEERING POTJOINT CLAMP BOLT/NUT WHICH SECURES THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT TO THE UPPERSTEERING SHAFT.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, IT MAY ALLOW THE SHAFTS TO SEPARATEAND RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND PROPERLYTORQUING THE STEERING CONNECTIONS WHREE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: APOLLO: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V159000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | APOLLO |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 11962 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19740920 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740923 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-01.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-1.OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGNNO 75-C-3.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE RIGHT AND LEFTSIDE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARM BRACKET ATTACHMENTS MAY HAVE BEENIMPROPERLY WELDED TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE FRAME.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS,SEPARATION OF THE WELD ATTACHMENTS WILL RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT STEERING CHANGEWHICH COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING ANDADDING AN ADDITIONAL WELD AT THE REAR MOUNTING BRACKETS).
BUICK: APOLLO: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V027000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | APOLLO |
Model Year: | 1973 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1218387 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19740218 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740215 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-5.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-3.GMC TRUCK CAMPAIGNNO 74-C-06.CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-11.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-5.POSSIBILITY THAT THE SINGLE DIAPHRAGM BRAKE VACUUM POWER BOOSTER WAS ASSEMBLEDWITH DEMENSIONAL DESCREPANCIES IN THE VACUUM POWER BOOSTER HOUSING WHICH MAYREDUCE THE TORQUE REQUIRED TO UNLOCK THE FRONT HALF OF THE HOUSING FROM THEREAR HALF.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE LOW UNLOCKING TORQUE COUPLED WITHOTHER VARIATIONS IN THE ASSEMBLY MAY CAUSE HOUSING TO ROTATE AND DISENGAGE FROMTHE LOCKING TABS RESULTING IN SEPARATION OF THE TWO HALVES OF THE BOOSTER ANDCOMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND STAKING THE HOUSING AT TWOPOINTS TO PRECLUDE ROTATION OF THE HOUSING.
BUICK: APOLLO: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V083000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | APOLLO |
Model Year: | 1973 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19730201 - 19730301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730413 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO N/A.POSSIBILITY THAT THE RETENTION NUTS ON BRAKECLEVIS MAY BE LOOSE ON NON-POWER BRAKE SYSTEM.A LOOSE NUT MIGHT ALLOWROTATION OF THE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD, WHICH MAY CHANGE THE EFFECTIVE BRAKEPUSH ROD LENGTH.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND ADJUST TO SPECIFICATIONS ANDTIGHTEN NUT SECURELY.)
BUICK: CENTURION: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURION |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: CENTURION: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURION |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: CENTURION: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURION |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19710401 - 19710501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 30885 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19720322 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19720115 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 71-C-3.BUICK NO 71-C-4.PONTIAC NO 71-C-5 AND NO71-C-5A.WITH WHEELS INDENTIFIED AS 15"X6", K11 BX.POSSIBILITY OF WELDSBREAKING WHERE WHEEL SPIDER (DISC) ATTACHES TO RIM.FATIGUE CRACKING MAY OCCURAROUND SPOT WELDS OF DISC-TO-RIM ATTACHMENT AND COULD POSSIBLY RESULT INEVENTUAL SEPARATION OF DISC FROM RIM.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWHERE NECESSARY WITH IMPROVED WHEEL.)
BUICK: CENTURION: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 71V127000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURION |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19710601 - 19710601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19710731 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19710802 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 71-C-3.POSSIBILITY THAT HEATER CONTROL SUP PORT BRACKET MAYHAVE BURR ON ITS EDGE WHICH COULD CONTACT HEA DLIGHT SWITCH WIRING.IFCONDITION EXISTS, BURR COULD CUT THR OUGH SWITCH WIRING, CAUSING ELECTRICALSHORT AND RESULTING INFIRE IN INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AREA.FIRE CANOCCUR WH EN VEHICLE IS IN OPERATION OR WHEN UNATTENDED WITH IGNITION SW ITCH INOFF POSITION.(CORRECT BY INSTALLING INSULATION BETWE EN HEADLIGHT SWITCHWIRING AND HEATER CONTROL SUPPORT BRACKET. )
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V371000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 90 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000201 - 20000731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20001116 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20001113 |
Record Creation Date: | 20001116 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE DRIVER SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG INFLATOR SEPARATES FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE DURING DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE INFLATOR SEPARATES, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY PROPERLY DURING A CRASH AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION WOULD BE REDUCED. IF IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT A SEPARATED INFLATOR COULD BE PROPELLED DOWNWARD AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO A REAR SEAT PASSENGER WHOSE FOOT IS POSITIONED APPROXIMATELY UNDER THE INFLATOR MODULE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG MODULE.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-10201-800-222-1020 FREE OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 01V109000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 1017 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000301 - 20000831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 116007 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20010504 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20010406 |
Record Creation Date: | 20010409 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH SUNVISOR LOCATED AIR BAG LABELS, FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A MESSAGE AREA LESS THAN 30 CM WHICH DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Consequence Summary:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.
Corrective Summary:
GM WILL MAIL A NEW BILINGUAL AIR BAG LABEL WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. HOWEVER, THE CUSTOMER MAY BRING THE LABEL TO THEIR DEALER FOR INSTALLATION FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 4, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-65371-800-442-6537 FREE OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE.
Notes:
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V228003 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 67 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000501 - 20000531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 156305 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000824 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000807 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000822 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 209 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY DATE CODES AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ANY SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 24, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; GMC AT 1-800-462-8782
1-800-462-8782 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR SATURN AT 1-800-553-6000
1-800-553-6000 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V371000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 90 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000201 - 20000731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20001116 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20001113 |
Record Creation Date: | 20001116 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE DRIVER SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG INFLATOR SEPARATES FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE DURING DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE INFLATOR SEPARATES, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY PROPERLY DURING A CRASH AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION WOULD BE REDUCED. IF IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT A SEPARATED INFLATOR COULD BE PROPELLED DOWNWARD AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO A REAR SEAT PASSENGER WHOSE FOOT IS POSITIONED APPROXIMATELY UNDER THE INFLATOR MODULE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG MODULE.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-10201-800-222-1020 FREE OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V160000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 56 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000501 - 20000531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 248 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000621 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000616 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000616 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE CLAMP THAT SECURES THE FLEXIBLE FUEL FILL HOSE TO THE METAL FILL TUBE MAY BE LOOSE AND COULD SEPARATE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE EXCEEDING THE PERMISSIBLE AMOUNT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL HOSE FILL NECK CLAMP AND, IF NECESSARY, REPOSITION AND TIGHTEN THE CLAMP.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 21, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-10201-800-222-1020 FREE OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 01V109000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 1017 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000301 - 20000630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 116007 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20010504 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20010406 |
Record Creation Date: | 20010409 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH SUNVISOR LOCATED AIR BAG LABELS, FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A MESSAGE AREA LESS THAN 30 CM WHICH DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Consequence Summary:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.
Corrective Summary:
GM WILL MAIL A NEW BILINGUAL AIR BAG LABEL WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. HOWEVER, THE CUSTOMER MAY BRING THE LABEL TO THEIR DEALER FOR INSTALLATION FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 4, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-65371-800-442-6537 FREE OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE.
Notes:
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V228003 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 67 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000401 - 20000531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 156305 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000824 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000807 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000822 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 209 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY DATE CODES AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ANY SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 24, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; GMC AT 1-800-462-8782
1-800-462-8782 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR SATURN AT 1-800-553-6000
1-800-553-6000 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V143000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 47 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19991101 - 20000131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 18754 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000623 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000517 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000522 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DRUM BRAKES. THE BOLT HEAD(S) ON THE REAR SPINDLE ROD CAN SEPARATE.
Consequence Summary:
THE REAR WHEEL CAN SHIFT, CAUSING REAR STEERING OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SPINDLE BOLTS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 23, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
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NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V356000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980301 - 19990630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 411880 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000720 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19991217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000110 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE VERTICAL HEAD LAMP ADJUSTING DEVICE MAY NOT BE CALIBRATED PROPERLY.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER VISIBILITY MAY BE IMPAIRED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTICALLY AIMING THE HEADLAMPS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 20, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V170000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 99033 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980301 - 19990420 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 168559 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19990825 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19990709 |
Record Creation Date: | 19990713 |
Defect Summary:
SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WITH THE KEY IN THE "ON" POSITION, EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MOTOR SHORTS TO ITS CASE AND GROUNDS THROUGH A FLEXIBLE BRAKE FLUID PIPE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS SHORT CAN CAUSE EXTREME HEATING OF THE FLEXIBLE BRAKE PIPE WHERE IT CAN MELT A NEARBY FLEXIBLE PLASTIC FUEL HOSE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND CABLE FROM THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (EBCM) TO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BODY RAIL.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 25, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V375000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 4052 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980801 - 19990630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 199793 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040908 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040810 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040811 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME OF THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE OVERHEAD SIGN ILLUMINATION REQUIREMENTS.
Consequence Summary:
LESS ILLUMINATION MAY REDUCE THE ABILITY OF THE DRIVER TO READ OVERHEAD SIGNS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW LOW BEAM HEADLAMP BULBS IN BOTH OF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE. NOTE: IF THE BULB NEEDS REPLACEMENT IN THE FUTURE, GM BULB NUMBER 89024715 IS AVAILABLE FROM A DEALER, OR THE EQUIVALENT SYLVANIA BULB IS 9006HP, WITH ORANGE LETTERING ON THE BULB.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 04052.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V356000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970401 - 19980831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 411880 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000720 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19991217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000110 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE VERTICAL HEAD LAMP ADJUSTING DEVICE MAY NOT BE CALIBRATED PROPERLY.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER VISIBILITY MAY BE IMPAIRED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTICALLY AIMING THE HEADLAMPS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 20, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 98V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970401 - 19971031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 149342 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19980530 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19980515 |
Record Creation Date: | 19980518 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE OWNER MANUALS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIREMENT INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING DEVICE. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE MAILED AN OWNER MANUAL'S INSERT WHICH CONTAINS THE APPROPRIATE INFORMATION.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 1998.OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE INSERT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 98V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960801 - 19970731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 149342 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19980530 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19980515 |
Record Creation Date: | 19980518 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE OWNER MANUALS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIREMENT INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING DEVICE. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE MAILED AN OWNER MANUAL'S INSERT WHICH CONTAINS THE APPROPRIATE INFORMATION.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 1998.OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE INSERT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V348000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 99091 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960801 - 19970531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 155149 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000525 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19991216 |
Record Creation Date: | 19991223 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY STOP WORKING DUE TO A SEPARATION BETWEEN THE DRIVE PIN AND CRESCENT IN THE CRANK ARM ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES FOR THE PRESENCE OF A PLASTIC WATER DEFLECTOR AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CRANK ARM AND INSTALL A WATER DEFLECTOR. ON VEHICLES RECEIVING A REPLACEMENT CRANK ARM AND NEW WATER DEFLECTOR, DEALERS WILL ALSO APPLY ADDITIONAL SEALING MATERIAL TO IMPROVE WATER DEFLECTION AWAY FROM THE CRANK ARM ASSEMBLY AND WILL INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT TO IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE WIPER PARK MECHANISM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 99091.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 25, 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-27371-800-762-2737 FREE OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V173000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19950830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2216325 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951019 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950915 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950912 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT ANCHOR AND ATTACHMENT; FMVSS NO.210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V173000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19950830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2216325 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951019 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950915 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950912 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT ANCHOR AND ATTACHMENT; FMVSS NO.210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V189000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19940101 - 19940101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 206 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19941021 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19941004 |
Record Creation Date: | 19941018 |
Defect Summary:
THE RIGHT HAND SPINDLE NUT WAS NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED DURING ASSEMBLY. THIS CAN CAUSE PREMATURE WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AND OVER TIME, THE SPINDLE CAN FRACTURE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS WOULD CAUSE THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE AXLE AND RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TORQUE ON THE RIGHT HAND FRONT SPINDLE NUT. IF THE SPINDLE NUT IS UNDERTORQUED THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE RIGHT HAND FRONT WHEEL BEARING ASSEMBLY AND THE SPINDLE NUT WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; INDEPENDANT FRONT; SPINDLE; KNUCKLE; STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930601 - 19931201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 10646 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940204 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19940108 |
Record Creation Date: | 19940217 |
Defect Summary:
DURING ASSEMBLY, WATER MAY HAVE ENTERED THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL CABLE CONDUIT CAUSING IT TO DEVELOP A HIGH EFFORT AND/OR BINDING CONDITION IN VERY COLD WEATHER.
Consequence Summary:
HIGH EFFORT OR BINDING CONDITIONS CAUSE LOSS OF NORMALTHROTTLE CONTROL OR THE THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL PURGE THE THROTTLE CABLE OF ANY INTERNALLY TRAPPED WATER, IF IT IS PRESENT.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE LINKAGES; ACCELERATOR; FLEXIBLE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V159000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19931101 - 19940501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 139542 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19940831 |
Record Creation Date: | 19940901 |
Defect Summary:
WATER INTRUSION CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER DOOR LOCK RELAY AND ANY CORRODED TERMINALS. IN ADDITION, THE NEW RELAY WILL BE RELOCATED TO AN AREA WHERE WATER INTRUSION IS LESS LIKELY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; DOOR ASSEMBLY; LATCHES AND LOCKS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH POWER DOOR LOCKS.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE OR OLDSMOBILE SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO,CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 93V162000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930801 - 19930801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 579 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19931021 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19930927 |
Record Creation Date: | 19930929 |
Defect Summary:
THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE CONDUIT END FITTING WHILE ENGAGED AND ACCELERATOR CONTROL COULD BE LOST.
Consequence Summary:
LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL MAY NOT REDUCE ENGINE SPEEDTO A LEVEL ANTICIPATED BY THE DRIVER. ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE CAN STILL BE STOPPEDWITH THE SERVICE BRAKE, LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLECRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; SPEED CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH 3.1L ENGINES AND CRUISE CONTROL.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREEOF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT BUICK SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-521-70001-800-521-7000 FREE OR OLDSMOBILE SERVICE CENTERAT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETYADMINISTRATION AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V173000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19950830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2216325 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951019 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950915 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950912 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT ANCHOR AND ATTACHMENT; FMVSS NO.210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V008000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930801 - 19931001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 49047 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940217 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19940112 |
Record Creation Date: | 19940114 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 124 |
Defect Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A PRIMARY ACCELERATOR CONTROL SPRING FAILURE, THE SECONDARY (BACK-UP) ACCELERATOR CONTROL RETURN SPRING WILL NOT RETURN THE THROTTLE TO THE FULLY CLOSED POSITION, AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS NO. 124, "ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SECONDARY THROTTLE RETURN SPRING.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL RETURN SPRING; FMVSS NO. 214.VEHICLE214.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 3.1L L82 ENGINES. NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE,PLEASE CONTACT BUICK SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE OR CONTACT OLDSMOBILE SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V173000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19950830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2216325 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951019 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950915 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950912 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT ANCHOR AND ATTACHMENT; FMVSS NO.210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 93V121000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930401 - 19930401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2848 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19930810 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19930721 |
Record Creation Date: | 19930727 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 106 |
Defect Summary:
THE BRAKE HOSES WERE MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY, AND DO NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 106, "BRAKE HOSES."
Consequence Summary:
THE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED BRAKE HOSES CAN CAUSEREDUCED BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS AND/OR UNEVEN BRAKING, WHICH COULD RESULT IN ANACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLY ON CIERA AND CENTURY MODELS, AND BOTH REAR BRAKE HOSES ON CAVALIER AND SUNBIRD MODELS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED SERVICEDATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME WITHOUT CHARGE ORTHE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT THE APPROPRIATE SERVICE CENTER ( BUICK AT 1-800-458-80061-800-458-8006 FREE, PONTIAC AT1-800-763-2737
800-763-2737 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE ).ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETYHOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19911001 - 19911101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 10141 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19911129 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19911206 |
Record Creation Date: | 19911216 |
Defect Summary:
THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSMISSION TO REMAIN IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFT INDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL GEAR POSITION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE TRANSMISSION REMAINS IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFTINDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AND RESULTIN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: TRANSMISSION AND TRANSMISSION SHIFT INDICATOR.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1992 "A" AND "W" BODY PASSENGER CARS WITH 4-SPEEDAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V173000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19950830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2216325 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951019 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950915 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950912 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT ANCHOR AND ATTACHMENT; FMVSS NO.210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V066000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19920301 - 19920301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 33 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920513 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19920511 |
Record Creation Date: | 19920520 |
Defect Summary:
THE OPTIONAL REMOTE ENTRY MODULE MAY HAVE A FAULT WHICH CAUSES RANDOM ACTUATION OF INTERIOR LAMPS, DOOR LOCKS, AND/OR TAILGATE RELEASE. THIS ACTUATION MAY OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN USE OR UNATTENDED.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE TAILGATE RELEASE ACTUATES, THE TAILGATE WILL OPEN.UNRESTRAINED PASSENGERS IN THE REAR SEAT AREA COULD FALL OUT OF THE VEHICLEWHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION, AND RECEIVE SERIOUS INJURIES.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE REMOTE ENTRY MODULE WITH A NEWLY REVISED MODULE TO PREVENT RANDOM ACTUATION.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; REMOTE ENTRY MODULES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS (STATION WAGONS) WITH REMOTE ENTRY MODULES.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V124000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19910701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 319181 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920924 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19920901 |
Record Creation Date: | 19920904 |
Defect Summary:
THE POWER SEAT OR RECLINER WIRING HARNESS CAN BE PINCHED OR CAN CHAFE ON THE SEAT FRAME OR SPRING SUPPORT ROD, WEARING THROUGH THE WIRE INSULATION AND CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.
Consequence Summary:
THE HIGH CURRENT CAUSED BY THE ELECTRICAL SHORT WELDS THECIRCUIT BREAKER ELEMENTS TOGETHER IN THE CLOSED POSITION, LEAVING THE CIRCUITUNPROTECTED AND GENERATING SUFFICIENT HEAT TO BURN THE WIRE INSULATION ANDIGNITE THE SEAT CUSHION MATERIAL.
Corrective Summary:
REPAIR ANY ABRADED WIRING AND REROUTE THE WIRING HARNESS USING A WIRING HARNESS CLIP.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR: SEATING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH 6 WAY POWER SEATS OR POWER RECLINERS.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V173000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19950830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2216325 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951019 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950915 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950912 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT ANCHOR AND ATTACHMENT; FMVSS NO.210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V124000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19910701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 319181 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920924 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19920901 |
Record Creation Date: | 19920904 |
Defect Summary:
THE POWER SEAT OR RECLINER WIRING HARNESS CAN BE PINCHED OR CAN CHAFE ON THE SEAT FRAME OR SPRING SUPPORT ROD, WEARING THROUGH THE WIRE INSULATION AND CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.
Consequence Summary:
THE HIGH CURRENT CAUSED BY THE ELECTRICAL SHORT WELDS THECIRCUIT BREAKER ELEMENTS TOGETHER IN THE CLOSED POSITION, LEAVING THE CIRCUITUNPROTECTED AND GENERATING SUFFICIENT HEAT TO BURN THE WIRE INSULATION ANDIGNITE THE SEAT CUSHION MATERIAL.
Corrective Summary:
REPAIR ANY ABRADED WIRING AND REROUTE THE WIRING HARNESS USING A WIRING HARNESS CLIP.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR: SEATING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH 6 WAY POWER SEATS OR POWER RECLINERS.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V173000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19950830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2216325 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951019 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950915 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950912 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT ANCHOR AND ATTACHMENT; FMVSS NO.210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V173000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19950830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2216325 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951019 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950915 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950912 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN A COLLISON, STRESS CAN CAUSE THE ATTACHMENT METAL TO TEAR AND ALLOW THE ANCHORAGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT ANCHOR AND ATTACHMENT; FMVSS NO.210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V164000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19871001 - 19871101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 27369 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19881215 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19881018 |
Record Creation Date: | 19881028 |
Defect Summary:
FUEL FEED HOSE COULD LEAK AT THE COUPLING ON THE ENGINE END OF THE HOSE ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL LEAKAGE INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD RESULT INAN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE THAT COULD SPREAD TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL NEW FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL FEED HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH A 2.8L V6 ENGINE.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V007000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870901 - 19871001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 6083 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880203 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880120 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880125 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
OWNERS MANUAL DID NOT INCLUDE STATEMENT ON CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
Consequence Summary:
VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO FMVSS 210.
Corrective Summary:
FURNISH OWNERS WITH UPDATED OWNERS MANUALS THAT CONTAIN THE OMITTED INSTRUCTIONS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGE INFORMATION/FMVSS 210.VEHICLE210.VEHICLE FREE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS
BUICK: CENTURY: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V048000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19871101 - 19871101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3428 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880420 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880401 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880411 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARM BRACKET COULD DEVELOP METAL CRACKS.
Consequence Summary:
THESE CRACKS MAY RESULT IN DISENGAGEMENT OF THE LOWERCONTROL ARM. IF THIS OCCURS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT COULD RESULT INLOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT ALL VEHICLES AND REPLACE ENGINE CRADLE ASSEMBLY ON ALL SUSPECT VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION/LOWER CONTROL FRONT ARM BRACKET.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CAR
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V122000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19850801 - 19850901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 772 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19851004 |
Record Creation Date: | 19851015 |
Defect Summary:
THE GENERATOR "BAT" TERMINAL LOCATED ON THE RECTIFIER END FRAME MAY CONTACT THE CARBURETOR FUEL INLET PIPE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE "BAT" STUD MAY RUB THROUGH THE TERMINAL BOOT AND CONTACT THE FUEL PIPE WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE AND CAUSE BURN INJURIES TO THE OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
OBTAIN CLEARANCE BETWEEN FUEL PIPE AND GENERATOR "BAT" TERMINAL BY ROTATING THE RECTIFIER END FRAME.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL/GENERATOR. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH 2.8L ENGINES AND 108 AMP GENERATORS.
BUICK: CENTURY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 86V061000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19851001 - 19851001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 197 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19860528 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19860513 |
Record Creation Date: | 19860515 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
AN INCORRECTLY INDEXED WIRING HARNESS MAY CAUSE THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS OR PARKING LAMPS ARE ON. FMVSS 108 LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT REQUIRES THAT THIS STOP LAMP BE LIGHTED ONLY WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. ALSO, THE OPERA LAMPS MAY COME ON WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP PROVIDES ADDITIONAL WARNING THAT THE VEHICLE IS SLOWING OR STOPPING. IF THIS LAMP MALFUNCTIONS, IT MAY CONTRIBUTE TO A REAR END ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
CORRECTLY INDEX WIRING HARNESS TERMINALS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: WIRING HARNESS FOR CENTER STOP LAMP/FMVSS 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH LUGGAGE RACK AND OPERA LAMP OPTIONS.
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V104000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840601 - 19840801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3192 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850814 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850820 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 105 |
Defect Summary:
SOME WAGONS WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A JA2 REAR SYSTEM INSTEAD OF THE JA3 BRAKE SYSTEM. THESE STATION WAGONS MAY EXCEED THE MAXIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIRED BY FMVSS 105. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING SHOULD A STOPPING DISTANCE CONFORMING WITH FMVSS 105 BE REQUIRED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL CORRECT BRAKE SYSTEM.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS. SYSTEM: REAR BRAKES FMVSS 105.
BUICK: CENTURY: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V011000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830701 - 19830901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 76586 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19840224 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19840206 |
Record Creation Date: | 19840222 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 207 |
Defect Summary:
SOME VEHICLES HAVE BUCKET SEAT BACK LOCKS THAT DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 207, ANCHORAGE OF SEATS. IN EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BACK LOCK MAY NOT FUNCTION.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECTION OF SEAT BACK LOCKS WILL BE PERFORMED. LOCKS THAT HAVE BENT, BROKEN OR MISSING HOOKS WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TWO DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITHAR9 OR AV5 BUCKET SEATS.SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS, SEAT BACK LOCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE SEAT MAY FOLD FORWARD IN A CRASH, AND WOULDINCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V034000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19831201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121095 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850329 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850401 |
Defect Summary:
THE FUEL SYSTEM MAY LEAK AT THE THROTTLE BODY INJECTION FUEL FEED PIPE CONNECTION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS LEAKAGE COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE WHICH COULD SPREAD TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE BURN INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE FUEL FEED PIPE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L L4 ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL.
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 83V105000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1983 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19821001 - 19830501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 352036 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19831020 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19831013 |
Record Creation Date: | 19831021 |
Defect Summary:
THE BRAKE PROPORTIONER VALVES MAY BREAK AND SEPARATE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER. THIS WOULD ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK AND WOULD RESULT IN A PARTIAL LOSS OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE ALL SUSPECT VALVES.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; BRAKE PROPORTIONER VALVES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SINCE THIS IS A DUAL BRAKE SYSTEM, PART OF THE SYSTEMWILL STILL WORK AND ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO BE STOPPED, BUT OVER A GREATERDISTANCE. PARTIAL LOSS OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPINGDISTANCE IS REQUIRED COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
BUICK: CENTURY: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810201 - 19820101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 519329 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19820315 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19820308 |
Record Creation Date: | 19820312 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAAIN CONDITIONS, THE HOSE CLAMPS ON THE FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE AND FUEL TANK FILLER VENT PIPE COULD FRACTURE. THE FRACTURE OF THESE CLAMPS COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE AT ANY OF THE FOUR PIPE TO HOSE CONNECTIONS. LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR DURING REFUELING, OR WHILE DRIVING, IF THE FUEL TANK IS ABOVE 3/4 FULL.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE HOSE CLAMPS ON THE FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE AND VENT PIPE AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL TANK, FILLER AND VENT PIPES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF AN IGNITION SOURCE IS PRESENT WHEN FUEL LEAKAGEOCCURS, A FIRE COULD START AND CAUSE VEHICLE DAMAGE AND SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY.NOTE: UNTIL THE VEHICLE CAN BE INSPECTED AND THE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS AREMADE, THE FUEL TANK SHOULD NOT BE FILLED MORE THAN 3/4 FULL. ALSO, THE DEALERSHOULD BE CONTACTED IMMEDIATELY IF ANY FUEL LEAKAGE IS DETECTED.
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 83V007000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19820501 - 19820601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15495 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19830127 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19830101 |
Record Creation Date: | 19830204 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 106 |
Defect Summary:
REAR BRAKE HOSES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY WHEN THE METAL END FITTINGS WERE INSTALLED. SOME REAR BRAKE HOSES MAY SEPARATE FROM THE METAL END FITTINGS WHEN SUBJECTED TO THE PULLING FORCE SPECIFIED BY FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 106, "BRAKE HOSES".
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE REAR BRAKE HOSES AT NO CHARGE TO OWNERS.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; REAR BRAKE HOSES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: A SEPARATION MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND APARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION. A PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE CRASH IN SITUATIONS IN WHICH A MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE ISREQUIRED.
BUICK: CENTURY: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V009000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 17 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810104 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810113 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810212 |
Defect Summary:
THE STEEL USED IN SOME COMPACT SPARE WHEELS IS TOO THIN. WHILE IN SERVICE THE WHEEL MAY FRACTURE, RESULTING IN A PARTIAL OR COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL AND TIRE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
SPARE WHEELS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNERS WITHIN 60 DAYS OF RECALL NOTIFICATION.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH LIMITED SLIP AXLES ANDCOMPACT SPARE WHEEL ASSEMBLIES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; COMPACT SPARE WHEEL.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF SEPARATION OCCURS DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.
BUICK: CENTURY: WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V036000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS:CENTER SECTION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19800901 - 19801001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 6690 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810330 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810323 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810408 |
Defect Summary:
TX HEAVY DUTY WHEELS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH LAMINATED STEEL. THE WHEEL DISC MAY FRACTURE AND THE WHEEL AND TIRE COULD PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEFECTIVE WHEELS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH "TX"HEAVY DUTY WHEELS.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; WHEELS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF SEPARATION OF WHEEL AND TIRE FROM VEHICLE OCCURSWHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL ANDHAVE AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V025000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5821160 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810309 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810225 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810306 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V205000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790801 - 19790801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 227 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790911 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790912 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791212 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACHED THE REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARMS TO THE FRAME AND AXLE MAY BE DEFECTIVE AND THE BOLT HEAD MAY SEPARATE FROM THE BOLT SHANK. THIS COULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COME LOOSE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL REPLACE ALL SUSPECT REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM BOLTS PRIOR TO DELIVERY. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; BOLTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, LOSSOF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V048000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1810000 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850429 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850501 |
Defect Summary:
EXCESSIVE ENLARGEMENT OF THE WHEEL CYLINDER PILOT HOLE IN THE REAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE COULD ALLOW THE WHEEL CYLINDER TO ROTATE AND CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID LEADS TO LOSS OF REAR BRAKE ACTION, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT. FRONT BRAKES WOULD REMAIN OPERATIONAL.
Corrective Summary:
ADD A PART TO PREVENT WHEEL CYLINDER FROM ROTATING.
Notes:
NOTE: OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 1985 AND SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 1985.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MIDSIZE PASSENGER CARS AND SMALL TRUCKS. SYSTEM: REAR BRAKES.
BUICK: CENTURY: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V022000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790101 - 19791201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 67350 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810313 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810211 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810311 |
Defect Summary:
THE ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERS CONTAIN A DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THE GLASS TO SHATTER WITHOUT IMPACT DURING OR SOME TIME AFTER USE OF THE DEFOGGER. VERTICAL ELECTRICAL STRIPS MAY DETERIORATE AND CAUSE HOT SPOTS THAT CAN RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE REAR GLASS.
Corrective Summary:
VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR PRESENCE OF A PARTICULAR WEATHERSTRIP. IF PRESENT, A LAYER OF A SPECIAL CONDUCTIVE EPOXY WILL BE ADDED TO THE VERTICAL BAR ON THE REAR WINDOW GLASS. THIS EPOXY IS A NEW CONDUCTIVE MATERIAL WHICH WILL NOT REACT WITH THE WEATHERSTRIP.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOWDEFOGGERS.SYSTEM: DEFOGGER; REAR WINDOW.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: DRIVER DISTRACTION FROM THE EXPLOSION COULD RESULT IN AVEHICLE ACCIDENT. BROKEN OR HOT GLASS COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY TO VEHICLEPASSENGERS, OTHER DRIVERS, AND NEARBY PEDESTRIANS.NOTE: OWNERS ARE ADVISED NOT TO USE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER UNTIL VEHICLE ISINSPECTED.
BUICK: CENTURY: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V025000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5821160 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810309 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810225 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810306 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V149000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19800701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3100000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841228 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841127 |
Defect Summary:
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE AXLES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE BUFFALO PLANT. IF SO, THEY WILL MAKE AXLE MEASUREMENTS AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE OR MODIFY AFFECTED AXLE COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790601 - 19790601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 55 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790921 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790918 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791212 |
Defect Summary:
THE SHIFT CABLE RETAINING CLIP MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED BACKWARDS OR NOT AT ALL. THE PURPOSE OF THIS SPRING CLIP IS TO SECURE THE LOWER END OF THE SHIFT CABLE HOUSING TO THE TRANSMISSION. IF THE CLIP IS BACKWARD OR MISSING, THE CONSOLE SHIFT LEVER MAY NOT SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION AND/OR THE TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR MAY INDICATE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS IN THE "PARK" OR "P" POSITION WHEN IT IS NOT.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY CORRECT THE SHIFT CABLE RETAINING CLIP INSTALLATION AT NO CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR LEAVES HIS/HER VEHICLE WITHOUTENGAGING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND BELIEVING THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS IN PARK,THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AND HIT OTHER VEHICLES OR PERSONS IN ITS PATH CAUSINGSERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
BUICK: CENTURY: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V022000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790101 - 19791201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 67350 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810313 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810211 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810311 |
Defect Summary:
THE ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERS CONTAIN A DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THE GLASS TO SHATTER WITHOUT IMPACT DURING OR SOME TIME AFTER USE OF THE DEFOGGER. VERTICAL ELECTRICAL STRIPS MAY DETERIORATE AND CAUSE HOT SPOTS THAT CAN RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE REAR GLASS.
Corrective Summary:
VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR PRESENCE OF A PARTICULAR WEATHERSTRIP. IF PRESENT, A LAYER OF A SPECIAL CONDUCTIVE EPOXY WILL BE ADDED TO THE VERTICAL BAR ON THE REAR WINDOW GLASS. THIS EPOXY IS A NEW CONDUCTIVE MATERIAL WHICH WILL NOT REACT WITH THE WEATHERSTRIP.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOWDEFOGGERS.SYSTEM: DEFOGGER; REAR WINDOW.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: DRIVER DISTRACTION FROM THE EXPLOSION COULD RESULT IN AVEHICLE ACCIDENT. BROKEN OR HOT GLASS COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY TO VEHICLEPASSENGERS, OTHER DRIVERS, AND NEARBY PEDESTRIANS.NOTE: OWNERS ARE ADVISED NOT TO USE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER UNTIL VEHICLE ISINSPECTED.
BUICK: CENTURY: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V025000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5821160 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810309 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810225 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810306 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V149000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19800701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3100000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841228 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841127 |
Defect Summary:
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE AXLES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE BUFFALO PLANT. IF SO, THEY WILL MAKE AXLE MEASUREMENTS AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE OR MODIFY AFFECTED AXLE COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V142000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19781201 - 19790101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15328 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790606 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WHICH IS OPERATED BY THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH AN INCORRECT LUBRICANT ON THE ACTUATING PLUNGER. THIS CAN CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE STOPLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE AND THE CRUISE CONTROL, IF ACTIVATED, TO STAY ELECTRICALLY ENGAGED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: LIGHTING AND COMMUNICATIONS; SWITCH BUTTON RING, BRAKE LIGHTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: WITH INOPERATIVE BRAKE LIGHTS, A VEHICLE APPROACHINGFROM THE REAR WOULD NOT BE AWARE THAT BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED. ALSO, IF THECRUISE CONTROL FAILS TO AUTOMATICALLY DISENGAGE THROUGH BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION,VEHICLE MAY ACCELERATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. EITHER CONDITION COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED NOT TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL UNTIL IT HAS BEENINSPECTED BY DEALER.
BUICK: CENTURY: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V139000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 333619 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780619 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO THE ENGINE. IF THE HOOD IS OPEN WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE FREE TO FLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING; FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAN FAILURE COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS IN THEENGINE AREA, OR PERSONAL INJURY TO BYSTANDERS IF THE HOOD IS OPEN AT THE TIME.NOTE: THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE SERVICED WITH THE HOOD OPEN AND THE ENGINERUNNING UNTIL THE DEFECT IS CORRECTED.
BUICK: CENTURY: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V018000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 100 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780118 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 110 |
Defect Summary:
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS", IN THAT THE TIRE PLACARD DOES NOT CONTAIN LEGIBLE TIRE SIZE INFORMATION.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR THE OWNER TO INSTALL, OR FOR DEALER INSTALLATION, IF PREFERRED.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; CERTIFICATION LABELS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE OWNER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE TIRE LABEL TOSELECT REPLACEMENT TIRES. TIRES OF INADEQUATE LOADING CAPACITY MAY BE SELECTED.THIS COULD LEAD TO AN OVERLAODED VEHICLE, TIRE FAILURE, LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROLAND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V048000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1810000 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850429 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850501 |
Defect Summary:
EXCESSIVE ENLARGEMENT OF THE WHEEL CYLINDER PILOT HOLE IN THE REAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE COULD ALLOW THE WHEEL CYLINDER TO ROTATE AND CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID LEADS TO LOSS OF REAR BRAKE ACTION, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT. FRONT BRAKES WOULD REMAIN OPERATIONAL.
Corrective Summary:
ADD A PART TO PREVENT WHEEL CYLINDER FROM ROTATING.
Notes:
NOTE: OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 1985 AND SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 1985.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MIDSIZE PASSENGER CARS AND SMALL TRUCKS. SYSTEM: REAR BRAKES.
BUICK: CENTURY: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V175000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1896222 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790824 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790723 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS, THESE VEHICLES CAN EXPERIENCE TEMPERATURES IN THE FRONT WHEEL OUTER BEARING AREA WHICH CAN AFFECT THE WHEEL BEARING GREASE. THIS CAN RESULT IN INADEQUATE LUBRICATION OF THE BEARING. THIS CONDITION MAY BE FURTHER AGGRAVATED BY IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT OF THE FRONT WHEEL SPINDLE NUT.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSTALL NEW FRONT WHEEL OUTER BEARINGS PACKED WITH GREASE AND THE SPINDLE WILL BE COATED WITH LUBRICANT. NEW GREASE RETAINER CAPS WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED TO MAINTAIN GREASE IN OUTER BEARING. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; WHEELS; BEARING GREASE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE ALONG WITHINADEQUATE LUBRICATION MAY CAUSE FAILURE OF THE FRONT WHEEL OUTER BEARING ANDTHE SPINDLE. LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT MAY RESULT.NOTE: BEARING AND SPINDLE FAILURE MAY BE PRECEDED BY A NOTICEABLE VIBRATION ANDNOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE.
BUICK: CENTURY: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V025000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5821160 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810309 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810225 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810306 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V149000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19800701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3100000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841228 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841127 |
Defect Summary:
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE AXLES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE BUFFALO PLANT. IF SO, THEY WILL MAKE AXLE MEASUREMENTS AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE OR MODIFY AFFECTED AXLE COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: CENTURY: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V138000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770101 - 19770401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 265068 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780626 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS MAY CONTAIN A FLAW IN THE METAL. THIS FLAW COULD ALLOW THE SHAFT TO BREAK AND THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL REPLACE ONE OR BOTH REAR AXLE SHAFTS, IF NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; AXLE/SHAFT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SHOULD SEPARATION OCCUR WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.NOTE: DRIVER SHOULD AVOID FAST CORNERING, RAPID ACCELERATION, OR ANY TYPE OFDRIVING WHICH MAY PRODUCE ABNORMALLY HEAVY LOADS ON THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS UNTILTHE VEHICLE CAN BE INSPECTED.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V132000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 55564 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760830 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760907 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATESHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH COUPLING RETAINER LOCKING TABS NOT BENT OVERPROPERLY OR ONE OR MORE OF THE LOWER FLEXIBLE COUPLING RIVETS IMPROPERLYPEENED.IF EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS EXISTS, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLYCOULD SEPARATE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, AND VEHICLE CRASH MAY OCCURWITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING, AND REPLACING SHAFT WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: CENTURY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V147000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 505 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760921 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-2.V6 ENGINE ONLY AND AIR CONDITIONINGPOSSIBILITY THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR FEED WIRES WERE ROUTED ACROSS THE TOP OF THECOMPRESSOR-DELCOTRON SUPPORT STRUT.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS THE INSULATION ONWIRE MAY WEAR THROUGH.SHOULD THIS HAPPEN, THE BLOWER CIRCUIT MAY BE SHORTCIRCUITED TO GROUND CAUSING THE FUSIBLE LINK IN THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS TOOPEN THE CIRCUIT.THIS WILL CAUSE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING AND AFFECT TAILLIGHTSAND WINDSHIELD WIPERS.THE HEADLIGHTS, HOWEVER, WILL OPERATE AS LONG ASBATTERY POWER IS AVAILABLE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND RE-ROUTING WIRING WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: CENTURY: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: CENTURY: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V016000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3011 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760206 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760210 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 76-C-2.OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 76-C-3.EQUIPPED WITH 350AND 375B AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STOP TANG FOR INNER GEARSELECTOR LINK LOCATED IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE IMPROPERLY LOCATED.AS ARESULT, THE GEAR POSITIONS INDICATED BY THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR MAY DIFFERFROM THE ACTUAL GEAR POSITION OF THE TRANSMISSION.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS,THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE IN A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR WHEN THE INDICATOR SHOWSNEUTRAL POSITION AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING COULD OCCUR.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND REPLACING SELECTOR CODE RANGE AND INNER SELECTOR LEVERS ASREQUIRED.)
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 39278 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19751223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19751219 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 76C04, PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO. 76C7, OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO.76C1, BUICK CAMPAIGN NO. 76C1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE COMBINATION VALVE, WHICHIS A PART OF THE HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLYMANUFACTURED AND COULD MALFUNCTION.SHOULD THIS CONDITION OCCUR WHILE VEHICLEIS IN MOTION AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED.A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGVALVE WHERE NECESSARY.) PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS.
BUICK: CENTURY: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V140000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2562 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740904 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-2.OTHERS N/A.POSSIBILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHROCHESTER 4 BBL.QUADRAJET CARBURETORS MAY HAVE HAD AN INCORRECT FAST IDLE CAMFOLLOWER LEVER INSTALLED.THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE BINDING ON THE SECONDARYTHROTTLE PLATE LOCK OUT LEVER AT THE WIDE OPEN THROTTLE AND NOT ALLOW THEENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE.SUCH A CONDITION COULD MAKE A VEHICLE DIFFICULT TOCONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING CARBURETOR FOUND WITH ANINCORRECT LEVER.)
BUICK: CENTURY: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V032000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 220982 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750220 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750219 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE AND BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-7.CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-08.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-9.DATES OF MANUFACTURE FOR CHEVROLET, BUICK,OLDSMOBILE AND GMC ARE SEPT THRU NOV 1974.PONTIAC DATES ARE SEPT 1974 THRUJAN 1975.NO STATION WAGONS ARE INVOLVED.POSSIBILITY THAT THE REAR AXLE WASASSEMBLED WITH REAR AXLE SHAFT OUTER BEARING (REAR WHEEL BEARING) WITH THRUSTPLATES THAT WERE NOT HEAT TREATED.IF THE INNER OR OUTER THRUST PLATES OFTHESE BEARINGS ARE NOT HARDENED, THE ROLLERS CAN WEAR THROUGH AND ALLOW THEREAR AXLE SHAFT TO MOVE WITH RESPECT TO AXLE HOUSING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTINGAND REPLACING AXLE ASSEMBLIES WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V152000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1973 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19720801 - 19730601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3094 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730712 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730716 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO.73-C-15, PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-6, BUICK CAMPAIGN NO73-C-2, GMC CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-20.POSSIBILITY THAT THE GASKET BETWEEN THEMASTER CYLINDER AND THEFORWARD SIDE OF THE DASH, AND THE BOOT WHICH COVERS THEREAR OPENING OF THE MASTER CYLINDER IN THE DRIVER'S COMPARTMENT WEREOMITTED INASSEMBLY.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS IT COULD CAUSE CORROSION OF THE CYLINDERBORE AND DAMAGE PISTON SEAL RESULTINGIN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND IMPAIREDBRAKING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING GASKET AND BOOT.)
BUICK: CENTURY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V027000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1973 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1218387 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19740218 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740215 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-5.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-3.GMC TRUCK CAMPAIGNNO 74-C-06.CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-11.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-5.POSSIBILITY THAT THE SINGLE DIAPHRAGM BRAKE VACUUM POWER BOOSTER WAS ASSEMBLEDWITH DEMENSIONAL DESCREPANCIES IN THE VACUUM POWER BOOSTER HOUSING WHICH MAYREDUCE THE TORQUE REQUIRED TO UNLOCK THE FRONT HALF OF THE HOUSING FROM THEREAR HALF.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE LOW UNLOCKING TORQUE COUPLED WITHOTHER VARIATIONS IN THE ASSEMBLY MAY CAUSE HOUSING TO ROTATE AND DISENGAGE FROMTHE LOCKING TABS RESULTING IN SEPARATION OF THE TWO HALVES OF THE BOOSTER ANDCOMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND STAKING THE HOUSING AT TWOPOINTS TO PRECLUDE ROTATION OF THE HOUSING.
BUICK: CENTURY: STEERING:LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V275000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY |
Model Year: | 1973 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19720801 - 19720901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 155418 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19721110 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19721114 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO (CHEVROLET 73-C-03, PONTIAC 73-C-1, BUICK 73-C-1,OLDSMOBILE 73-C-2, AND GMC 73-C-1).POSSIBILITY THAT STEERING LINKAGE MAYOVER-TRAVEL AND CAUSE SEVERE FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN.CONDITION CAN OCCUR WHENSTEERING WHEEL IS TURNED TO EXTREME LEFT POSITION WHILE VEHICLE IS IN REVERSEAND RIGHT FRONT TIRE STRIKES OBJECT SUCH AS CURB OR PARKING BLOCK.OPERATIONOF VEHICLE IN THIS CONDITION CAN DAMAGE RIGHT HAND INNER TIE ROD END ASSEMBLYWHICH EVENTUALLY COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL OF RIGHT FRONT WHEEL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING IDLER ARM STOP BRACKET WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: CENTURY CUSTOM: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V147000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | CENTURY CUSTOM |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 505 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760921 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-2.V6 ENGINE ONLY AND AIR CONDITIONINGPOSSIBILITY THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR FEED WIRES WERE ROUTED ACROSS THE TOP OF THECOMPRESSOR-DELCOTRON SUPPORT STRUT.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS THE INSULATION ONWIRE MAY WEAR THROUGH.SHOULD THIS HAPPEN, THE BLOWER CIRCUIT MAY BE SHORTCIRCUITED TO GROUND CAUSING THE FUSIBLE LINK IN THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS TOOPEN THE CIRCUIT.THIS WILL CAUSE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING AND AFFECT TAILLIGHTSAND WINDSHIELD WIPERS.THE HEADLIGHTS, HOWEVER, WILL OPERATE AS LONG ASBATTERY POWER IS AVAILABLE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND RE-ROUTING WIRING WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: ELECTRA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V120000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1965 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 209562 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760729 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760802 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 67C3.POSSIBILITY THAT SEPARATED MOTOR MOUNT MAYALLOW MOTOR TO LIFT AND ROTATE, AFFECTING THROTTLE LINKAGE MOMENTARILYINCREASING THROTTLE OPENING POSSIBLY TO FULL THROTTLE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTINGAND INSTALLING RESTRAINT CABLE TO PRECLUDE THROTTLE INTERFERENCE).PASSENGERVEHICLE.
BUICK: ELECTRA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: ELECTRA: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V112000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19891101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 51834 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900703 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900606 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900618 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
OWNERS MANUALS DID NOT FULLY EXPLAIN HOW FRONT SHOULDER BELT COMFORT FEATURE WORKS.
Consequence Summary:
CARS WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 208, AND INCORRECT USE OF SAFETY RESTRAINTS COULD LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS IF AN ACCIDENTSHOULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
INSERT STICKER THAT PROVIDES MISSING INFORMATION IN OWNERS MANUALS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SAFETY BELTS; FMVSS 208.VEHICLE208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: ELECTRA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: ELECTRA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: ELECTRA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: ELECTRA: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 87V135000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19860801 - 19870501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 479715 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19870916 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19870901 |
Record Creation Date: | 19870903 |
Defect Summary:
AN IN LINE FUSIBLE LINK MAY MELT DOWN AND CAUSE A FIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THE IN LINE FUSIBLE LINK LOCATED IN THE AREA OF THEPLASTIC WINDSHIELD WASHER BOTTLE BRACKET MAY, UNDER A HIGH RESISTANCE LOAD,MELT DOWN AND IGNITE THE WASHER BOTTLE BRACKET RESULTING IN AN ENGINECOMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
THE WINDSHIELD WASHER BOTTLE BRACKET WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL/IN LINE FUSIBLE LINK.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS
BUICK: ELECTRA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V080000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870401 - 19870601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 35057 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880520 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880516 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880518 |
Defect Summary:
EXCESSIVE ACCELERATOR CABLE FRICTION MAY RESTRICT THE CABLES FREE MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE THROTTLE BODY.
Consequence Summary:
THIS COULD PREVENT THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO CLOSED(IDLE) POSITION WHEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED; THUS, ENGINE SPEED WOULDNOT DECREASE, AND LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE ACCELERATOR CABLE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ACCELERATOR CABLE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: ELECTRA: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 86V131000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19860301 - 19860401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 106111 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19860515 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19860919 |
Record Creation Date: | 19860930 |
Defect Summary:
THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: HEADLIGHT SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS/ VANS.
BUICK: ELECTRA: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 86V145000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19850801 - 19851201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88668 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19861107 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19861103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19861105 |
Defect Summary:
THERE MAY NOT BE ENOUGH CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE POWER STEERING PUMP RETURN HOSE AND THE ENGINE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: HOSE COULD OVERHEAT, RESULTING IN A HOLE AND FLUID LEAK, AND A POSSIBLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE AND CORRECTLY ROUTE HOSE, AS NECESSARY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: POWER STEERING PUMP RETURN HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: ELECTRA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 87V093000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19850601 - 19860901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 6004 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19870710 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19870623 |
Record Creation Date: | 19870624 |
Defect Summary:
THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) PRESSURE/WARNING SWITCH MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE FLUID SEEPAGE WHICH EVENTUALLY CAN LEAD TO LOSS OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR. ADDITIONALLY, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR AND ABS ELECTRICAL RELAYS MAY HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO WATER CONTAMINATION DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE LOSS OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR AND/OR LOSS OF THE ABS FUNCTION.
Consequence Summary:
LOSS OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR WOULD RESULT IN A TOTALLOSS OF REAR BRAKES AS WELL AS POWER ASSIST TO THE FRONT BRAKES. THE RED BRAKEWARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE AND STAY ON. IF THIS WARNING IS NOT HEEDED, ALOSS OF REAR BRAKES AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED COULDRESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH. AN INOPERATIVE ABS ELECTRICAL RELAY COULD CAUSELOSS OF THE ABS FUNCTION, BUT NORMAL POWER ASSISTED BRAKING WOULD BE RETAINED.THE AMBER ANTI LOCK WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE AND STAY ON.
Corrective Summary:
THE ABS AND HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR ELECTRICAL RELAYS AND 30 AMP FUSES WILL BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR ASSEMBLY AND PRESSURE/WARNING SWITCH WILL BE INSPECTED AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKES.
BUICK: ELECTRA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: ELECTRA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V103000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840201 - 19840201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 520 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19840917 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19840905 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841009 |
Defect Summary:
RUBBER FUEL HOSE COULD ALLOW A SLOW FUEL LEAK WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE RUBBER FUEL HOSE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0 LITER ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL; RUBBER FUEL RETURN HOSE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FIRE COULD IGNITE AND COULD SPREAD FROM THE ENGINE TOTHE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY.
BUICK: ELECTRA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V012000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810801 - 19811101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 79686 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19820218 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19820103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19820208 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT RETAINER IN THE INJECTION PUMP MAY FAIL. THE THROTTLE VALVE COULD STICK, PREVENTING RETURN TO IDLE AND SHUT DOWN OF THE ENGINE BY THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT ASSEMBLY IN THE INJECTION PUMP AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.7 V8 ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE VALVE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AVEHICLE ACCIDENT.NOTE: IF THROTTLE STICKING OCCURS BEFORE THE VEHICLE HAS RECEIVED THE NECESSARYMODIFICATIONS, THE DRIVER SHOULD SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION TO NEUTRAL, APPLY THESERVICE BRAKES TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A SAFE STOP, THE IGNITION SHOULD BETURNED OFF AND THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP SHOULD BE CALLED FOR ASSISTANCE.
BUICK: ELECTRA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 80V125000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19800801 - 19800801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4615 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19800925 |
Record Creation Date: | 19801210 |
Defect Summary:
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH A BRAKE PEDAL SUPPORT BRACKET WHICH WAS DESIGNED FOR USE IN DIESEL ENGINE VEHICLES. THE INCORRECT BRACKET MAY CAUSE THE SERVICE BRAKES TO REMAIN PARTIALLY APPLIED, RESULTING IN BRAKE OVERHEATING AND REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE PEDAL SUPPORT BRACKET AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GASOLINE ENGINES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; BRAKE PEDAL, SUPPORT BRACKET.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS DEFECT COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, ESPECIALLY INSITUATIONS WHICH REQUIRE A MINIMUM VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE.
BUICK: ELECTRA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V037000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19800801 - 19800801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 93 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810406 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810323 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810408 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 106 |
Defect Summary:
THE POWER BRAKE VACUUM HOSES MAY FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES". THE MATERIAL USED IN THE HOSES WILL NOT PERFORM ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS. THE PURPOSE OF THIS REGULATION IS STATED AS, "TO REDUCE DEATH AND INJURIES OCCURRING AS A RESULT OF BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE FROM PRESSURE OR VACUUM LOSS DUE TO HOSE ASSEMBLY RUPTURE".
Corrective Summary:
THE VACUUM PUMP INLET AND OUTLET HOSES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 307 CID V-8 ENGINES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; BRAKE HOSES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF PRESSURE OR VACUUM MAY DEGRADE BRAKEPERFORMANCE AND RESULT IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. LOSS OF BRAKES MAY ALSOOCCUR IF HOSES FAIL. EITHER CONDITION MAY RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: ELECTRA: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V247000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19780901 - 19791001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1326404 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19791112 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19791113 |
Record Creation Date: | 19800205 |
Defect Summary:
THE HEADS MAY BREAK OFF THE FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION EVEN UNDER NO LOAD CONDITIONS. THIS IS DUE TO THE COMBINATION OF BOLTS USED, HIGH INSTALLATION TORQUE AND ARRANGEMENT OF THE BODY ANCHORAGE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE ALL ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SEAT BELT ANCHORS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, FAILURE OF A SEAT BELTANCHORAGE WILL INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE WEARER.
BUICK: ELECTRA: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V142000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19781201 - 19790101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15328 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790606 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WHICH IS OPERATED BY THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH AN INCORRECT LUBRICANT ON THE ACTUATING PLUNGER. THIS CAN CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE STOPLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE AND THE CRUISE CONTROL, IF ACTIVATED, TO STAY ELECTRICALLY ENGAGED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: LIGHTING AND COMMUNICATIONS; SWITCH BUTTON RING, BRAKE LIGHTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: WITH INOPERATIVE BRAKE LIGHTS, A VEHICLE APPROACHINGFROM THE REAR WOULD NOT BE AWARE THAT BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED. ALSO, IF THECRUISE CONTROL FAILS TO AUTOMATICALLY DISENGAGE THROUGH BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION,VEHICLE MAY ACCELERATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. EITHER CONDITION COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED NOT TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL UNTIL IT HAS BEENINSPECTED BY DEALER.
BUICK: ELECTRA: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V139000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 333619 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780619 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO THE ENGINE. IF THE HOOD IS OPEN WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE FREE TO FLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING; FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAN FAILURE COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS IN THEENGINE AREA, OR PERSONAL INJURY TO BYSTANDERS IF THE HOOD IS OPEN AT THE TIME.NOTE: THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE SERVICED WITH THE HOOD OPEN AND THE ENGINERUNNING UNTIL THE DEFECT IS CORRECTED.
BUICK: ELECTRA: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V132000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 55564 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760830 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760907 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATESHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH COUPLING RETAINER LOCKING TABS NOT BENT OVERPROPERLY OR ONE OR MORE OF THE LOWER FLEXIBLE COUPLING RIVETS IMPROPERLYPEENED.IF EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS EXISTS, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLYCOULD SEPARATE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, AND VEHICLE CRASH MAY OCCURWITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING, AND REPLACING SHAFT WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: ELECTRA: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V175000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 66632 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19761022 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19761103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO (CHEVROLET) 77C02 (PONTIAC) 77-C-4 (BUICK) 77-C-5.POSSIBILITY THAT THE TURN SIGNAL OPERATING UNIT OR VEHICLES WITH TILT STEERINGCOLUMNS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.108.THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER ACTUATOR PIVOT PIN WHICH MAY WORK OUT OF THE PIVOT,RESULTING IN NOT BEING ABLE TO USE TURN SIGNAL TO ALERT OTHER DRIVERS OF YOURINTENTIONS TO CHANGE LANES OR TURN, CAUSING POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASH.(CORRECTBY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING A RETAINER TO PRECLUDE PIVOT PIN DISENGAGEMENT).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: ELECTRA: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V016000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3011 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760206 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760210 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 76-C-2.OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 76-C-3.EQUIPPED WITH 350AND 375B AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STOP TANG FOR INNER GEARSELECTOR LINK LOCATED IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE IMPROPERLY LOCATED.AS ARESULT, THE GEAR POSITIONS INDICATED BY THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR MAY DIFFERFROM THE ACTUAL GEAR POSITION OF THE TRANSMISSION.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS,THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE IN A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR WHEN THE INDICATOR SHOWSNEUTRAL POSITION AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING COULD OCCUR.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND REPLACING SELECTOR CODE RANGE AND INNER SELECTOR LEVERS ASREQUIRED.)
BUICK: ELECTRA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 39278 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19751223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19751219 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 76C04, PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO. 76C7, OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO.76C1, BUICK CAMPAIGN NO. 76C1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE COMBINATION VALVE, WHICHIS A PART OF THE HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLYMANUFACTURED AND COULD MALFUNCTION.SHOULD THIS CONDITION OCCUR WHILE VEHICLEIS IN MOTION AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED.A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGVALVE WHERE NECESSARY.) PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS.
BUICK: ELECTRA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V140000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2562 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740904 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-2.OTHERS N/A.POSSIBILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHROCHESTER 4 BBL.QUADRAJET CARBURETORS MAY HAVE HAD AN INCORRECT FAST IDLE CAMFOLLOWER LEVER INSTALLED.THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE BINDING ON THE SECONDARYTHROTTLE PLATE LOCK OUT LEVER AT THE WIDE OPEN THROTTLE AND NOT ALLOW THEENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE.SUCH A CONDITION COULD MAKE A VEHICLE DIFFICULT TOCONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING CARBURETOR FOUND WITH ANINCORRECT LEVER.)
BUICK: ELECTRA: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V142000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 687 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750728 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750728 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-12.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-13.POSSIBILITY THAT THECENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY WELDED TO THE RIM.AS ARESULT, RIM COULD SEPARATE FROM CENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL.IF THIS HAPPENSWHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWHEEL WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: ELECTRA: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: ELECTRA: STEERING:LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V135000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19720301 - 19720501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 41711 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19720524 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19720525 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 72-C-1.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 72-C-1.POSSIBILITY THATIMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED STEERING PITMAN ARM WAS INSTALLED IN PRODUCTION, COULDPRODUCE LOOSE FIT WHEN ASSEMBLED TO STEERING RELAY ROD, CAUSING EVENTUALSEPARATION FROM PITMAN ARM AND CAUSING COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING PROPER PITMAN ARM.)
BUICK: ELECTRA: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: ELECTRA: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19710401 - 19710501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 30885 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19720322 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19720115 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 71-C-3.BUICK NO 71-C-4.PONTIAC NO 71-C-5 AND NO71-C-5A.WITH WHEELS INDENTIFIED AS 15"X6", K11 BX.POSSIBILITY OF WELDSBREAKING WHERE WHEEL SPIDER (DISC) ATTACHES TO RIM.FATIGUE CRACKING MAY OCCURAROUND SPOT WELDS OF DISC-TO-RIM ATTACHMENT AND COULD POSSIBLY RESULT INEVENTUAL SEPARATION OF DISC FROM RIM.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWHERE NECESSARY WITH IMPROVED WHEEL.)
BUICK: ELECTRA: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 71V127000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19710601 - 19710601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19710731 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19710802 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 71-C-3.POSSIBILITY THAT HEATER CONTROL SUP PORT BRACKET MAYHAVE BURR ON ITS EDGE WHICH COULD CONTACT HEA DLIGHT SWITCH WIRING.IFCONDITION EXISTS, BURR COULD CUT THR OUGH SWITCH WIRING, CAUSING ELECTRICALSHORT AND RESULTING INFIRE IN INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AREA.FIRE CANOCCUR WH EN VEHICLE IS IN OPERATION OR WHEN UNATTENDED WITH IGNITION SW ITCH INOFF POSITION.(CORRECT BY INSTALLING INSULATION BETWE EN HEADLIGHT SWITCHWIRING AND HEATER CONTROL SUPPORT BRACKET. )
BUICK: ELECTRA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V003000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1970 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1178 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19691124 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19700115 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT UNDER CERTAIN CONDI- TIONS VEHCILES EQUIPPED WITH POWER DISCBRAKES COULD HAVE FRONT BRAKE HOSE FITTING-TO-FRAME CONTACT WHEN MAKING FULLTURN.THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AT HOSE FITTING AND AFFECTFRONT BRAKING SYSTEM.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALL- ING NEW PARTS WHERENECESSARY.)
BUICK: ELECTRA: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V002000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1970 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4527 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19700105 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19700113 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT DURING ASSEMBLY ONE OR MORE 15" X 6" CHASSIS WHEELS HAVINGIMPROPER WELDS WERE IN- STALLED.THIS COULD CAUSE RIM TO SEPARATE FROM SPIDER,OR CENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL, RESULTING IN DIFFICULTY WITH STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLAC- ING WITH NEW WHEELS WHERE NECES- SARY.)
BUICK: ELECTRA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V120000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ELECTRA |
Model Year: | 1967 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 209562 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760729 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760802 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 67C3.POSSIBILITY THAT SEPARATED MOTOR MOUNT MAYALLOW MOTOR TO LIFT AND ROTATE, AFFECTING THROTTLE LINKAGE MOMENTARILYINCREASING THROTTLE OPENING POSSIBLY TO FULL THROTTLE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTINGAND INSTALLING RESTRAINT CABLE TO PRECLUDE THROTTLE INTERFERENCE).PASSENGERVEHICLE.
BUICK: ENCLAVE: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V375000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ENCLAVE |
Model Year: | 2010 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | N100243 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20090601 - 20100530 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207210 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100818 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20100812 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100813 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE, BUICK ENCLAVE, GMC ACADIA, AND SATURN OUTLOOK VEHICLES. THE SECOND ROW SEAT SIDE TRIM SHIELD RESTRICTS THE UPWARD ROTATION OF THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE WHEN THE SEAT BACK IS RETURNED TO A SEATING POSITION AFTER BEING FOLDED FLAT. IF THE BUCKLE CONTACTS THE SEAT FRAME, ADDITIONAL EFFORT IS REQUIRED TO RETURN THE SEAT TO A SEATING POSITION. IF SUFFICIENT FORCE IS APPLIED, THE BUCKLE COVER COULD BE PUSHED DOWN THE STRAP, EXPOSING AND PARTIALLY DEPRESSING THE RED RELEASE BUTTON.
Consequence Summary:
THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT RESTRAIN THE OCCUPANT AS INTENDED DURING A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE SECOND ROW SEAT SIDE TRIM SHIELDS. IF A SAFETY BELT BUCKLE IS DAMAGED, DEALERS WILL REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-24381-800-630-2438 FREE, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080
1-866-608-8080 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE, AND SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM'S RECALL NO. N100243.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: ENCLAVE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V240000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ENCLAVE |
Model Year: | 2009 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1365070 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100611 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20100604 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100604 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.
Consequence Summary:
IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: ENCLAVE: SEAT BELTS: REAR:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V615000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ENCLAVE |
Model Year: | 2009 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 8387 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS: REAR:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20080701 - 20081031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 16667 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20081126 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20081124 |
Record Creation Date: | 20081125 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 209 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 16,667 MY 2009 BUICK ENCLAVE, CHEVROLET TRAVERSE, GMC ACADIA, AND SATURN OUTLOOK VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, 'SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.' THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A SAFETY BELT BUCKLE IN THE SECOND OR THIRD ROW THAT IS MISSING A RIVET.
Consequence Summary:
IN A VEHICLE CRASH, IF THE RIVET IS MISSING, THE BUCKLE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE MOUNTING STRAP, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE PASSENGER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLES IN THE SECOND AND THIRD ROWS, AND REPLACE THEM IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 26, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE; GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE; SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE; OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 08387.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: ENCLAVE: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09V073000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ENCLAVE |
Model Year: | 2009 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 9041 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 276729 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090315 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20090306 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090306 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 102 & 114 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 276,729 MY 2009 BUICK ENCLAVE, CHEVROLET COBALT, HHR, MALIBU, TRAVERSE, GMC ACADIA, PONTIAC G5, G6 AND SATURN AURA AND OUTLOOK PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT POSITION SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT", AND FMVSS 114, "THEFT PROTECTION AND ROLLAWAY PREVENTION". ON SOME OF THESE VEHICLES, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT CLIP MAY NOT BE FULLY ENGAGED. IF THE CLIP IS NOT FULLY ENGAGED, THE SHIFT LEVER AND THE ACTUAL POSITION OF THE TRANSMISSION GEAR MAY NOT MATCH. WITH THIS CONDITION, THE DRIVE COULD MOVE THE SHIFTER TO "PARK" AND REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY, BUT THE TRANSMISSION GEAR MAY NOT BE IN "PARK".
Consequence Summary:
THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AWAY AFTER THE DRIVER HAS EXITED THE VEHICLE, RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ENSURE THAT THE SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT CLIP IS FULLY ENGAGED. IN THE EVENT THAT THE CLIP DOES NOT ENGAGE, THE SHIFT CABLE WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE MARCH 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE AND SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GENERAL MOTORS RECALL NO. 09041.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: ENCLAVE: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V375000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ENCLAVE |
Model Year: | 2009 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | N100243 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20080701 - 20090630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207210 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100818 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20100812 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100813 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE, BUICK ENCLAVE, GMC ACADIA, AND SATURN OUTLOOK VEHICLES. THE SECOND ROW SEAT SIDE TRIM SHIELD RESTRICTS THE UPWARD ROTATION OF THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE WHEN THE SEAT BACK IS RETURNED TO A SEATING POSITION AFTER BEING FOLDED FLAT. IF THE BUCKLE CONTACTS THE SEAT FRAME, ADDITIONAL EFFORT IS REQUIRED TO RETURN THE SEAT TO A SEATING POSITION. IF SUFFICIENT FORCE IS APPLIED, THE BUCKLE COVER COULD BE PUSHED DOWN THE STRAP, EXPOSING AND PARTIALLY DEPRESSING THE RED RELEASE BUTTON.
Consequence Summary:
THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT RESTRAIN THE OCCUPANT AS INTENDED DURING A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE SECOND ROW SEAT SIDE TRIM SHIELDS. IF A SAFETY BELT BUCKLE IS DAMAGED, DEALERS WILL REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-24381-800-630-2438 FREE, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080
1-866-608-8080 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE, AND SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM'S RECALL NO. N100243.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: ENCLAVE: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V410000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ENCLAVE |
Model Year: | 2008 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 8091 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20070101 - 20080131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88809 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20081013 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080814 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080819 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 88,809 MY 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE, AND MY 2007-2008 GMC ACADIA AND SATURN OUTLOOK VEHICLES CURRENTLY OR PREVIOUSLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, UTAH, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, WYOMING, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. IF A BUILDUP OF SNOW OR ICE ON THE WINDSHIELD OR ON THE WIPERS RESTRICTS THE MOVEMENT OF THE WIPER ARM, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINKAGE MAY BECOME DETACHED FROM THE MOTOR SHAFT AND THE WIPERS MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIPER CRANK ARM, DRIVER'S SIDE LINK, AND A CRANK ARM NUT. THE RECALL BEGAN O OCTOBER 13, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 08091.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: ENCLAVE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V240000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ENCLAVE |
Model Year: | 2008 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1365070 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100611 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20100604 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100604 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.
Consequence Summary:
IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: ENCLAVE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V441000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ENCLAVE |
Model Year: | 2008 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 8048 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20070201 - 20070430 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 857735 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080912 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080828 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080828 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL, SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MY 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WIPER WASHER FLUID SYSTEM. A SHORT CIRCUIT ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WASHER FLUID HEATER MAY OVERHEAT THE CONTROL-CIRCUIT GROUND WIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS MAY CAUSE OTHER ELECTRICAL FEATURES TO MALFUNCTION, CREATE AN ODOR, OR CAUSE SMOKE INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339
1-800-982-2339 FREE OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE; SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM, GMC AT 1-866-996-9436
1-866-996-9436 FREE; OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE; OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 08048. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V161000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19790201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 476245 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790703 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790702 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
A CHILD COULD OPEN THE REAR SIDE COMPARTMENT DOOR AND ENTER THIS COMPARTMENT. THE CHILD COULD BECOME ENTRAPPED IF THE DOOR WERE TO CLOSE, AS IT CANNOT BE UNLATCHED FROM THE INSIDE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL COMPARTMENT DOOR LATCH, WHICH CAN BE LATCHED WITHOUT A KEY, WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY THAT REQUIRES A KEY TO LATCH AS WELL AS LOCK THE DOOR.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; STORAGE COMPARTMENT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE ABSENCE OF OUTSIDE HELP, THE CHILD WOULDSUFFOCATE.NOTE: THE OWNER IS ADVISED TO KEEP THIS COMPARTMENT LOCKED EXCEPT WHILE EITHERLOADING OR UNLOADING IT.
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V161000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19790201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 476245 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790703 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790702 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
A CHILD COULD OPEN THE REAR SIDE COMPARTMENT DOOR AND ENTER THIS COMPARTMENT. THE CHILD COULD BECOME ENTRAPPED IF THE DOOR WERE TO CLOSE, AS IT CANNOT BE UNLATCHED FROM THE INSIDE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL COMPARTMENT DOOR LATCH, WHICH CAN BE LATCHED WITHOUT A KEY, WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY THAT REQUIRES A KEY TO LATCH AS WELL AS LOCK THE DOOR.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; STORAGE COMPARTMENT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE ABSENCE OF OUTSIDE HELP, THE CHILD WOULDSUFFOCATE.NOTE: THE OWNER IS ADVISED TO KEEP THIS COMPARTMENT LOCKED EXCEPT WHILE EITHERLOADING OR UNLOADING IT.
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V139000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 333619 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780619 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO THE ENGINE. IF THE HOOD IS OPEN WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE FREE TO FLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING; FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAN FAILURE COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS IN THEENGINE AREA, OR PERSONAL INJURY TO BYSTANDERS IF THE HOOD IS OPEN AT THE TIME.NOTE: THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE SERVICED WITH THE HOOD OPEN AND THE ENGINERUNNING UNTIL THE DEFECT IS CORRECTED.
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V161000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19790201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 476245 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790703 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790702 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
A CHILD COULD OPEN THE REAR SIDE COMPARTMENT DOOR AND ENTER THIS COMPARTMENT. THE CHILD COULD BECOME ENTRAPPED IF THE DOOR WERE TO CLOSE, AS IT CANNOT BE UNLATCHED FROM THE INSIDE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL COMPARTMENT DOOR LATCH, WHICH CAN BE LATCHED WITHOUT A KEY, WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY THAT REQUIRES A KEY TO LATCH AS WELL AS LOCK THE DOOR.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; STORAGE COMPARTMENT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE ABSENCE OF OUTSIDE HELP, THE CHILD WOULDSUFFOCATE.NOTE: THE OWNER IS ADVISED TO KEEP THIS COMPARTMENT LOCKED EXCEPT WHILE EITHERLOADING OR UNLOADING IT.
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V175000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 66632 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19761022 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19761103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO (CHEVROLET) 77C02 (PONTIAC) 77-C-4 (BUICK) 77-C-5.POSSIBILITY THAT THE TURN SIGNAL OPERATING UNIT OR VEHICLES WITH TILT STEERINGCOLUMNS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.108.THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER ACTUATOR PIVOT PIN WHICH MAY WORK OUT OF THE PIVOT,RESULTING IN NOT BEING ABLE TO USE TURN SIGNAL TO ALERT OTHER DRIVERS OF YOURINTENTIONS TO CHANGE LANES OR TURN, CAUSING POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASH.(CORRECTBY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING A RETAINER TO PRECLUDE PIVOT PIN DISENGAGEMENT).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V142000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 687 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750728 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750728 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-12.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-13.POSSIBILITY THAT THECENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY WELDED TO THE RIM.AS ARESULT, RIM COULD SEPARATE FROM CENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL.IF THIS HAPPENSWHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWHEEL WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 71V182000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 475 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19711011 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19711013 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
ALL STATION WAGONS.POSSIBILITY THAT THIRD SEAT LAP BELTS MAYNOT BE LONGENOUGH TO MEET REQUIREMENT OF SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND REPLACING WITH BELT OF PROP ER LENGTH WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: ESTATE WAGON: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ESTATE WAGON |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: LACROSSE: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 11V404000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2012 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 11222 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20110609 - 20110702 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4077 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20110812 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Report Received Date: | 20110803 |
Record Creation Date: | 20110811 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 126 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BUICK LACROSSE PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 9, 2011, THROUGH JULY 2, 2011, FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 126, "ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS (ESC)." THE STABILITRAK SYSTEM HAS AN INCORRECT CALIBRATION THAT MAY CAUSE THE SYSTEM TO NOT PROPERLY DETECT IF A SENSOR WERE TO MALFUNCTION, AND THE WARNING LIGHT INDICATING THAT THE SYSTEM IS NOT OPERATING WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE, AS REQUIRED IN THE SAFETY STANDARD.
Consequence Summary:
THE IMPROPER DIAGNOSING MAY CAUSE THE ESC TO FALSELY ACTIVATE, RESULTING IN SUDDEN CHANGES IN VEHICLE HANDLING AND DECELERATION, PARTICULARLY AT HIGHER SPEEDS, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE DRIVER DIFFICULTY IN MAINTAINING THE VEHICLE'S DESIRED PATH OF TRAVEL AND DESIRED VEHICLE SPEED, AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
GM DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080.
Notes:
GM'S SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS 11222.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LACROSSE: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:CONTROLS/WIRING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 11V149000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2011 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 11057 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:CONTROLS/WIRING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20110214 - 20110219 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 10179 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20110311 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20110304 |
Record Creation Date: | 20110307 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 103 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 BUICK LACROSSE AND CADILLAC SRX VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 103, "WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING SYSTEMS". ON THESE VEHICLES, THE SOFTWARE IN THE ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL (ECC) MODULE MAY DISABLE THE ABILITY TO ADJUST THE HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEM SETTINGS. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE DRIVER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CONTROL THE HEATING, COOLING, AND VENTILATION FOR THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS CONDITION AFFECTS THE DEFROST SYSTEM WHEN IT IS REQUIRED, IT MAY DECREASE THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ECC MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GENERAL MOTORS SAFETY RECALL NO. 11057.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LACROSSE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06V419000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2007 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6160 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20060801 - 20060831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1602 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061113 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20061031 |
Record Creation Date: | 20061101 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK IS MISSING THE ADHESIVE LAYER THAT BONDS THE BARRIER LAYER TO THE OUTER SHELL OF THE FUEL TANK.
Consequence Summary:
WITH THIS CONDITION, FUEL AND/OR FUEL VAPORS COULD SEEP OUT BETWEEN THE LAYERS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SERIAL NUMBER ON THE FUEL TANK AND REPLACE THE FUEL TANK IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 13, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06160.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LACROSSE: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2007 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LACROSSE: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06V417000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6102 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20050801 - 20050831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 794 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061106 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20061031 |
Record Creation Date: | 20061101 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, THE FRONT AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE MAY BE DISABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE ENABLED, OR ENABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE DISABLED. IN EITHER CASE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT REQUIRES AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, A FRONT PASSENGER'S LEVEL OF INJURY MAY BE INCREASED.
Corrective Summary:
BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED IN GM'S LETTER TO OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 6, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT GM AT 1-877-477-10221-877-477-1022 FREE TO BEGIN THE PROCESS OF REPURCHASING THEIR VEHICLE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06102.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LACROSSE: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LACROSSE: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06V417000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6102 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20050201 - 20050228 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 794 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061106 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20061031 |
Record Creation Date: | 20061101 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, THE FRONT AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE MAY BE DISABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE ENABLED, OR ENABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE DISABLED. IN EITHER CASE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT REQUIRES AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, A FRONT PASSENGER'S LEVEL OF INJURY MAY BE INCREASED.
Corrective Summary:
BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED IN GM'S LETTER TO OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 6, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT GM AT 1-877-477-10221-877-477-1022 FREE TO BEGIN THE PROCESS OF REPURCHASING THEIR VEHICLE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06102.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LACROSSE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 05V156000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 5038 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20040501 - 20050331 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 61594 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20050426 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20050420 |
Record Creation Date: | 20050420 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CLIP THAT SECURES THE BRAKE PUSHROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM PIN COULD HAVE BEEN BENT WHEN IT WAS INSTALLED. A BENT CLIP MAY COME OFF, ALLOWING THE BRAKE BOOSTER PUSHROD TO SEPARATE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL.
Consequence Summary:
PUSHING ON THE PEDAL WILL NOT APPLY THE BRAKES AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW BRAKE PEDAL PUSH ROD BUSHING AND RETAINING CLIP AND, IF THE CLIP WAS MISSING, A NEW BRAKE PEDAL ARM ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 26, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 05038. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LACROSSE: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LACROSSE |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-24921-800-523-2492 FREE.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LESABRE: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V222000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2032 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020501 - 20020731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 133221 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20020815 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20020809 |
Record Creation Date: | 20020814 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER, MINI VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG INFLATOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THAT COULD FRACTURE AT A WELD DURING A DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence Summary:
PIECES OF THE INFLATOR COULD STRIKE AND INJURE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND THE AIR BAG CUSHION WOULD NOT INFLATE FULLY, REDUCING THE CAPABILITY OF THE BAG TO PROTECT THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE AIR BAG MODULE ASSEMBLY ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006
1-800-458-8006 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782
1-800-462-8782 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 02032. ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V067000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2009 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20011210 - 20011211 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 249 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20020405 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20020306 |
Record Creation Date: | 20020325 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH MISSING OR UNDER-TORQUED STEERING GEAR ATTACHMENT BOLTS. IF A BOLT IS MISSING, THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE UNEVEN STEERING RESPONSE OR UNUSUAL NOISES DURING TURNS.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE LEFT BOLT IS MISSING AND THE RIGHT MOUNTING STRAP FAILS, STEERING CONTROL IS LOST AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR PRESENCE AND PROPER TORQUE OF BOTH STEERING GEAR BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 5, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006
1-800-458-8006 FREE.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V222000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2032 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020501 - 20020731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 133221 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20020815 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20020809 |
Record Creation Date: | 20020814 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER, MINI VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG INFLATOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THAT COULD FRACTURE AT A WELD DURING A DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence Summary:
PIECES OF THE INFLATOR COULD STRIKE AND INJURE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND THE AIR BAG CUSHION WOULD NOT INFLATE FULLY, REDUCING THE CAPABILITY OF THE BAG TO PROTECT THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE AIR BAG MODULE ASSEMBLY ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006
1-800-458-8006 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020
1-800-222-1020 FREE, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782
1-800-462-8782 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 02032. ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V301000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19990901 - 19991025 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1284 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19991116 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19991029 |
Record Creation Date: | 19991029 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS ARE LOOSE AND CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD.
Consequence Summary:
SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD CAN CAUSE UNEXPECTED STEERING INPUT INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL CHECK AND ADJUST THE VEHICLE TOE-IN AND TIGHTEN THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 16, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006
1-800-458-8006 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V355000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 99062 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980901 - 19990630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 35725 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000914 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19991217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000110 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE HEAD LAMP ADJUSTMENT DEVICE HORIZONTAL ADJUSTER MAY NOT MOVE THE HEAD LAMP REFLECTOR WHEN THE SHAFT IS ROTATED IN A NORMAL MANNER DURING AIMING.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER VISIBILITY MAY BE IMPAIRED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
AN INSERT CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTICALLY AIMING THE HEADLAMPS WILL BE PROVIDED TO OWNERS FOR THE OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNERS SHOULD FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE IN THE INSERT FOR HEADLAMP AIM ADJUSTMENT, RATHER THAN USING THE HORIZONTAL VHAD INDICATOR.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 99062.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 14, 2000. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE INSERT AND INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V238000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 99038 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19990601 - 19990731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 988 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19991008 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19990827 |
Record Creation Date: | 19990830 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO PEDAL ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT NUTS MAY BE LOOSE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THESE NUTS ARE LOOSE, THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY BE LOW, THE ASSEMBLY MAY BE LOOSE, THE BRAKES MAY NOT RELEASE, AND IF THE NUTS BACK COMPLETELY OFF, BRAKING MAY BE LOST. ALSO FUME AND WATER INTRUSION TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAN OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER TO BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY NUTS AND TIGHTEN ALL FOUR (4) NUTS TO SPECIFIED TORQUE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 99038.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 8, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V090000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 03054B |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980901 - 20000630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 910873 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040630 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040224 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040301 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THE BACKFIRE CAN RUPTURE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE RUPTURE OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD CAN DISPLACE A FUEL LINE, PULLING AN INJECTOR OUT OF PLACE, AND CAUSING A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537
1-800-630-6537 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03054B.SEE CAMPAIGN 03V-473 FOR ADDITIONAL UNITS.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V114000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 35 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000101 - 20000131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 8132 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000621 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000417 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000428 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE INTERNAL FLUID LEAKS IN THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT.
Consequence Summary:
WHEN THE REAR BRAKE PROPORTIONING, ANTILOCK BRAKE, TRACTION CONTROL, OR STABILITY CONTROL FEATURE IS ACTIVATED IN SOME DRIVING SITUATIONS, THE FEATURE MAY NOT PERFORM AS DESIGNED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ABS HYDRAULIC MODULATOR UNIT AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC MODULATOR.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 21, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE, AND CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006
1-800-458-8006 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V089000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980801 - 19990131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 99333 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19990525 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19990426 |
Record Creation Date: | 19990429 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 102 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4T65E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE." A RETAINING CLIP, WHICH SECURES THE MANUAL VALVE TO THE LINKAGE OF THE TRANSMISSION DETENT LEVER, CAN BECOME LOOSE UNDER A COMBINATION OF POSSIBLE DRIVER SHIFTING MANEUVERS AND ALLOW THE LINK TO BECOME DISCONNECTED FROM THE MANUAL VALVE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE LINK DISCONNECTS, THE DRIVER'S INDICATED PRNDL STATE MAY DIFFER FROM THE HYDRAULIC STATE OF THE TRANSMISSION. IF THE DRIVER SELECTS 'DRIVE' AND THE TRANSMISSION IS ACTUALLY IN 'REVERSE', A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE/LINK ASSEMBLY WITH A REPLACEMENT MANUAL VALVE/LINK KIT, FEATURING A SPRING-TYPE FASTENER.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 25, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V090000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 03054B |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980301 - 19990531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 910873 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040630 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040224 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040301 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THE BACKFIRE CAN RUPTURE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE RUPTURE OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD CAN DISPLACE A FUEL LINE, PULLING AN INJECTOR OUT OF PLACE, AND CAUSING A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537
1-800-630-6537 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03054B.SEE CAMPAIGN 03V-473 FOR ADDITIONAL UNITS.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V090000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 03054B |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970301 - 19980831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 910873 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040630 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040224 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040301 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THE BACKFIRE CAN RUPTURE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE RUPTURE OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD CAN DISPLACE A FUEL LINE, PULLING AN INJECTOR OUT OF PLACE, AND CAUSING A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537
1-800-630-6537 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03054B.SEE CAMPAIGN 03V-473 FOR ADDITIONAL UNITS.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: LESABRE: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V044000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960101 - 19960201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15122 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960304 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960305 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960312 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 209 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH ONE OR MORE INCORRECT SAFETY BELT AND/OR SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ENDS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IF AN INCORRECT PART IS USED, THE BELT MAY NOT LATCH PROPERLY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT SHOULD A VEHICLE CRASH OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT ALL FRONT AND REAR SAFETY BELT LATCH ENDS AND SAFETY BELT BUCKLES FOR CORRECT PARTS AND REPLACE ANY INCORRECT PARTS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT BUCKLES, FMVSS NO. 209. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950701 - 19960501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 275811 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960708 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960701 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960708 |
Defect Summary:
A BACKFIRE DURING ENGINE STARTING CAN CAUSE BREAKAGE OF THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A NO-START CONDITION AND POSSIBLY AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING. UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN REPAIR IS MADE, THE VEHICLE HOOD SHOULD BE SHUT WHENEVER STARTING THE VEHICLE TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L V6 ENGINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATIONS BEGAN DURING JULY 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: LESABRE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V204000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950301 - 19950801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 32869 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19951023 |
Record Creation Date: | 19951101 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 114 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A MALFUNCTION ALARM, LIGHTING AND LOCKING (MALL) MODULE THAT CAN CONTAIN A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THE CAPACITOR IS DAMAGED, THE "KEY IN THE IGNITION" WARNING CHIME AND THE DRIVER SEAT BELT UNBUCKLED WARNING CHIME AND INDICATOR LAMP MAY NOT WORK. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION" AND FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." IN ADDITION, OTHER CHIME REMINDER FUNCTIONS, INTERIOR LIGHTING CONTROLS, AND POWER DOOR LOCKING FEATURES ARE ALSO AFFECTED.
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE; THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE AWARE THAT THE KEY WAS LEFT IN THE IGNITION OR THAT THE SAFETY BELT WAS NOT BUCKLED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACE THE MALL MODULE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION; ANTI-THEFT; FMVSS NO. 114 AND NO. 208.VEHICLE208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950701 - 19960501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 275811 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960708 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960701 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960708 |
Defect Summary:
A BACKFIRE DURING ENGINE STARTING CAN CAUSE BREAKAGE OF THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A NO-START CONDITION AND POSSIBLY AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING. UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN REPAIR IS MADE, THE VEHICLE HOOD SHOULD BE SHUT WHENEVER STARTING THE VEHICLE TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L V6 ENGINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATIONS BEGAN DURING JULY 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: LESABRE: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V158000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950201 - 19950301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12832 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950807 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950804 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950831 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP LENS HAS AN INCORRECT AIM PAD NUMBER ON THE LENS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IF THESE HEAD LAMPS ARE RE-AIMED USING A MECHANICAL AIMING DEVICE THAT UTILIZES THE AIMING PAD NUMERS, THE RESULTANT AIM WOULD BE OUT OF THE SPECIFIED RANGE. THIS MAY CAUSE A VISIBILITY PROBLEM INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP ON VEHICLES WITH THE CORRECT OUTBOARD LOWER PAD NUMBER.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP OR SOCKET; HEADLIGHTS; FMVSS NO. 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: LESABRE: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V015000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 585182 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960322 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960123 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960125 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATION WITH HIGH TRANSMISSION LOADS.
Consequence Summary:
VEHICLE FIRES CAN OCCUR DUE TO THE SPILLAGE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; TRANSMISSION; AUTOMATIC; COOLING UNIT AND LINES. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER MINI-VANS WITH 3.8L ENGINE AND 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH L27 OR L67 ENGINE AND 4T60E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND SOLD OR REGISTERED IN ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN AND WYOMING.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-10201-800-222-1020 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: LESABRE: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V015000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 585182 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960322 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960123 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960125 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATION WITH HIGH TRANSMISSION LOADS.
Consequence Summary:
VEHICLE FIRES CAN OCCUR DUE TO THE SPILLAGE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; TRANSMISSION; AUTOMATIC; COOLING UNIT AND LINES. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER MINI-VANS WITH 3.8L ENGINE AND 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH L27 OR L67 ENGINE AND 4T60E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND SOLD OR REGISTERED IN ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN AND WYOMING.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-10201-800-222-1020 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: LESABRE: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V167000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910401 - 19910501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 20765 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19911008 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19910923 |
Record Creation Date: | 19910925 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 105 |
Defect Summary:
WHEN APPLIED, THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY MAY RELEASE ONE OR MORE TEETH, REDUCING THE CABLE LOAD TO THE REAR BRAKES.
Consequence Summary:
DEPENDING ON THE EXTENT OF THE LEVER RELEASE AND ROADLEVEL. THE PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE, ALLOWING IT TO ROLL, WHICHCOULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 105.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES; FMVSS 105.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LESABRE: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V188000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890401 - 19890401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 6 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19891117 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19891107 |
Record Creation Date: | 19891117 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 301 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLES MAY HAVE DISCREPANT WELDS IN THE LEFT REAR ROCKER PANEL WHICH CAN CAUSE DEFORMATION OF THE PANEL.
Consequence Summary:
INCREASED DEFORMATION OF THE LEFT REAR ROCKER PANELCAN CAUSE THE LEFT REAR SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE NOT TO ACHIEVE THE LOAD REQUIREDBY FMVSS NO. 210.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT KIT.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; FRAME / FMVSS 301VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V143000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880801 - 19880801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1655 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880829 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880829 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880908 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 301 |
Defect Summary:
FUEL ROLLOVER VALVE ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED.
Consequence Summary:
IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH VEHICLE BECOMES INVERTEDMISSING VALVE COULD ALLOW FUEL SPILLAGE IN EXCESS OF AMOUNT ALLOWED BY FMVSS 301WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FUEL SENDER AND PUMP ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL ROLLOVER VALVE/FMVSS 301.VEHICLE301.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LESABRE: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: LESABRE: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V006000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870801 - 19871001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 34574 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880203 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880120 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880125 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 209 |
Defect Summary:
OWNERS MANUAL DID NOT INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS ON PROPER USAGE OF REAR SEAT SAFETY BELT SYSTEMS.
Consequence Summary:
VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO FMVSS 209.
Corrective Summary:
FURNISH OWNERS WITH UPDATED OWNERS MANUALS THAT CONTAIN THE OMITTED INSTRUCTIONS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: REAR SEAT BELT INSTRUCTIONS/FMVSS 209.VEHICLE209.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V067000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19860601 - 19880101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1889 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880513 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880419 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880422 |
Defect Summary:
LOW TORQUE OF THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS COULD CAUSE INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL AND/OR POOR PEDAL FEEL IF ATTACHMENT LOOSENS.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION OF BRAKEHYDRAULIC UNIT FROM ITS MOUNTING BRACKET AND RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKE FUNCTIONAND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LESABRE: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: LESABRE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 87V135000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19860801 - 19870501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 479715 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19870916 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19870901 |
Record Creation Date: | 19870903 |
Defect Summary:
AN IN LINE FUSIBLE LINK MAY MELT DOWN AND CAUSE A FIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THE IN LINE FUSIBLE LINK LOCATED IN THE AREA OF THEPLASTIC WINDSHIELD WASHER BOTTLE BRACKET MAY, UNDER A HIGH RESISTANCE LOAD,MELT DOWN AND IGNITE THE WASHER BOTTLE BRACKET RESULTING IN AN ENGINECOMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
THE WINDSHIELD WASHER BOTTLE BRACKET WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL/IN LINE FUSIBLE LINK.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V067000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19860601 - 19880101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1889 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880513 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880419 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880422 |
Defect Summary:
LOW TORQUE OF THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS COULD CAUSE INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL AND/OR POOR PEDAL FEEL IF ATTACHMENT LOOSENS.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION OF BRAKEHYDRAULIC UNIT FROM ITS MOUNTING BRACKET AND RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKE FUNCTIONAND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM.
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 87V093000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19850601 - 19860901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 6004 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19870710 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19870623 |
Record Creation Date: | 19870624 |
Defect Summary:
THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) PRESSURE/WARNING SWITCH MAY EXHIBIT BRAKE FLUID SEEPAGE WHICH EVENTUALLY CAN LEAD TO LOSS OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR. ADDITIONALLY, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR AND ABS ELECTRICAL RELAYS MAY HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO WATER CONTAMINATION DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE LOSS OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR AND/OR LOSS OF THE ABS FUNCTION.
Consequence Summary:
LOSS OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR WOULD RESULT IN A TOTALLOSS OF REAR BRAKES AS WELL AS POWER ASSIST TO THE FRONT BRAKES. THE RED BRAKEWARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE AND STAY ON. IF THIS WARNING IS NOT HEEDED, ALOSS OF REAR BRAKES AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED COULDRESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH. AN INOPERATIVE ABS ELECTRICAL RELAY COULD CAUSELOSS OF THE ABS FUNCTION, BUT NORMAL POWER ASSISTED BRAKING WOULD BE RETAINED.THE AMBER ANTI LOCK WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE AND STAY ON.
Corrective Summary:
THE ABS AND HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR ELECTRICAL RELAYS AND 30 AMP FUSES WILL BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP MOTOR ASSEMBLY AND PRESSURE/WARNING SWITCH WILL BE INSPECTED AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKES.
BUICK: LESABRE: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 86V131000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19860301 - 19860401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 106111 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19860515 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19860919 |
Record Creation Date: | 19860930 |
Defect Summary:
THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: HEADLIGHT SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS/ VANS.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LESABRE: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: LESABRE: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: LESABRE: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V103000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840201 - 19840201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 520 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19840917 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19840905 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841009 |
Defect Summary:
RUBBER FUEL HOSE COULD ALLOW A SLOW FUEL LEAK WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE RUBBER FUEL HOSE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0 LITER ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL; RUBBER FUEL RETURN HOSE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FIRE COULD IGNITE AND COULD SPREAD FROM THE ENGINE TOTHE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY.
BUICK: LESABRE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V012000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810801 - 19811101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 79686 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19820218 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19820103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19820208 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT RETAINER IN THE INJECTION PUMP MAY FAIL. THE THROTTLE VALVE COULD STICK, PREVENTING RETURN TO IDLE AND SHUT DOWN OF THE ENGINE BY THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT ASSEMBLY IN THE INJECTION PUMP AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.7 V8 ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE VALVE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AVEHICLE ACCIDENT.NOTE: IF THROTTLE STICKING OCCURS BEFORE THE VEHICLE HAS RECEIVED THE NECESSARYMODIFICATIONS, THE DRIVER SHOULD SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION TO NEUTRAL, APPLY THESERVICE BRAKES TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A SAFE STOP, THE IGNITION SHOULD BETURNED OFF AND THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP SHOULD BE CALLED FOR ASSISTANCE.
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 80V125000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19800801 - 19800801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4615 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19800925 |
Record Creation Date: | 19801210 |
Defect Summary:
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH A BRAKE PEDAL SUPPORT BRACKET WHICH WAS DESIGNED FOR USE IN DIESEL ENGINE VEHICLES. THE INCORRECT BRACKET MAY CAUSE THE SERVICE BRAKES TO REMAIN PARTIALLY APPLIED, RESULTING IN BRAKE OVERHEATING AND REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE PEDAL SUPPORT BRACKET AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GASOLINE ENGINES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; BRAKE PEDAL, SUPPORT BRACKET.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS DEFECT COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, ESPECIALLY INSITUATIONS WHICH REQUIRE A MINIMUM VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE.
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V037000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19800801 - 19800801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 93 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810406 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810323 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810408 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 106 |
Defect Summary:
THE POWER BRAKE VACUUM HOSES MAY FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES". THE MATERIAL USED IN THE HOSES WILL NOT PERFORM ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS. THE PURPOSE OF THIS REGULATION IS STATED AS, "TO REDUCE DEATH AND INJURIES OCCURRING AS A RESULT OF BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE FROM PRESSURE OR VACUUM LOSS DUE TO HOSE ASSEMBLY RUPTURE".
Corrective Summary:
THE VACUUM PUMP INLET AND OUTLET HOSES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 307 CID V-8 ENGINES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; BRAKE HOSES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF PRESSURE OR VACUUM MAY DEGRADE BRAKEPERFORMANCE AND RESULT IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. LOSS OF BRAKES MAY ALSOOCCUR IF HOSES FAIL. EITHER CONDITION MAY RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: LESABRE: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 83V077000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19801001 - 19830401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 19108 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19830810 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19830819 |
Record Creation Date: | 19830906 |
Defect Summary:
ACCELERATOR PUMP LEVER RETAINING PIN MAY LOOSEN AFTER REPEATED HEAVY ACCELERATOR PEDAL APPLICATIONS. THIS COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO BECOME STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSTALL A SPECIAL COTTER PIN, TO RETAIN THE ACCELERATOR PUMP PIN, AND A SPRING CLIP THRUST WASHER ON THE ACCELERATOR PUMP LINK.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CLOSED LOOP QUADRAJETCARBURETORS AND POLICE CAR PACKAGES.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; ACCELERATOR PUMP LEVER RETAINING PIN.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: VEHICLE SPEED WOULD NOT DECREASE EVEN AFTER THEACCELERATOR PEDAL IS NO LONGER DEPRESSED. LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL WITHOUTPRIOR WARNING COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: IF THE FAILURE OCCURS BEFORE CORRECTIVE SERVICE CAN BE PERFORMED, DRIVERSHOULD SHIFT TO NEUTRAL GEAR AND APPLY BRAKES AS NECESSARY. VEHICLE SHOULD BEPULLED OUT OF TRAFFIC AND THE IGNITION SHOULD BE TURNED OFF AFTER A COMPLETESTOP.
BUICK: LESABRE: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V247000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19780901 - 19791001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1326404 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19791112 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19791113 |
Record Creation Date: | 19800205 |
Defect Summary:
THE HEADS MAY BREAK OFF THE FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION EVEN UNDER NO LOAD CONDITIONS. THIS IS DUE TO THE COMBINATION OF BOLTS USED, HIGH INSTALLATION TORQUE AND ARRANGEMENT OF THE BODY ANCHORAGE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE ALL ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SEAT BELT ANCHORS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, FAILURE OF A SEAT BELTANCHORAGE WILL INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE WEARER.
BUICK: LESABRE: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V142000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19781201 - 19790101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15328 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790606 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WHICH IS OPERATED BY THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH AN INCORRECT LUBRICANT ON THE ACTUATING PLUNGER. THIS CAN CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE STOPLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE AND THE CRUISE CONTROL, IF ACTIVATED, TO STAY ELECTRICALLY ENGAGED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: LIGHTING AND COMMUNICATIONS; SWITCH BUTTON RING, BRAKE LIGHTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: WITH INOPERATIVE BRAKE LIGHTS, A VEHICLE APPROACHINGFROM THE REAR WOULD NOT BE AWARE THAT BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED. ALSO, IF THECRUISE CONTROL FAILS TO AUTOMATICALLY DISENGAGE THROUGH BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION,VEHICLE MAY ACCELERATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. EITHER CONDITION COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED NOT TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL UNTIL IT HAS BEENINSPECTED BY DEALER.
BUICK: LESABRE: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V139000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 333619 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780619 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO THE ENGINE. IF THE HOOD IS OPEN WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE FREE TO FLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING; FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAN FAILURE COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS IN THEENGINE AREA, OR PERSONAL INJURY TO BYSTANDERS IF THE HOOD IS OPEN AT THE TIME.NOTE: THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE SERVICED WITH THE HOOD OPEN AND THE ENGINERUNNING UNTIL THE DEFECT IS CORRECTED.
BUICK: LESABRE: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LESABRE: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 77V200000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4504 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19771116 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR WHEEL MOUNTING BOLTS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES, ARE BRITTLE AND THEREFORE MAY FRACTURE. THIS BRITTLENESS IS DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT DURING MANUFACTURE. IF THE BOLTS BREAK, THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY MAY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE BOLTS ON ALL AXLES AND THE TEN REAR AXLE WHEEL MOUNTING BOLTS, FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR WHEEL MOUNTING BOLTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF SEPARATION OCCURS UNDER VEHICLE OPERATION, LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.
BUICK: LESABRE: STEERING:LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 77V012000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 33 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19770127 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19770101 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE COTTER PIN MAY HAVE BEEN OMITTED AND THE RETAINING NUT IMPROPERLY SECURED. CONSEQUENTLY, THE STEERING LINKAGE COULD DETACH FROM THE PITMAN ARM.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL TIGHTEN THE ATTACHING NUT TO SPECIFICATIONS AND INSTALL A COTTER PIN, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STEERING; STEERING ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD OCCUR AND RESULT IN LOSSOF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: LESABRE: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V132000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 55564 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760830 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760907 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATESHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH COUPLING RETAINER LOCKING TABS NOT BENT OVERPROPERLY OR ONE OR MORE OF THE LOWER FLEXIBLE COUPLING RIVETS IMPROPERLYPEENED.IF EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS EXISTS, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLYCOULD SEPARATE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, AND VEHICLE CRASH MAY OCCURWITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING, AND REPLACING SHAFT WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: LESABRE: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V175000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 66632 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19761022 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19761103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO (CHEVROLET) 77C02 (PONTIAC) 77-C-4 (BUICK) 77-C-5.POSSIBILITY THAT THE TURN SIGNAL OPERATING UNIT OR VEHICLES WITH TILT STEERINGCOLUMNS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.108.THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER ACTUATOR PIVOT PIN WHICH MAY WORK OUT OF THE PIVOT,RESULTING IN NOT BEING ABLE TO USE TURN SIGNAL TO ALERT OTHER DRIVERS OF YOURINTENTIONS TO CHANGE LANES OR TURN, CAUSING POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASH.(CORRECTBY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING A RETAINER TO PRECLUDE PIVOT PIN DISENGAGEMENT).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: LESABRE: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V016000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3011 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760206 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760210 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 76-C-2.OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 76-C-3.EQUIPPED WITH 350AND 375B AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STOP TANG FOR INNER GEARSELECTOR LINK LOCATED IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE IMPROPERLY LOCATED.AS ARESULT, THE GEAR POSITIONS INDICATED BY THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR MAY DIFFERFROM THE ACTUAL GEAR POSITION OF THE TRANSMISSION.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS,THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE IN A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR WHEN THE INDICATOR SHOWSNEUTRAL POSITION AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING COULD OCCUR.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND REPLACING SELECTOR CODE RANGE AND INNER SELECTOR LEVERS ASREQUIRED.)
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 39278 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19751223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19751219 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 76C04, PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO. 76C7, OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO.76C1, BUICK CAMPAIGN NO. 76C1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE COMBINATION VALVE, WHICHIS A PART OF THE HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLYMANUFACTURED AND COULD MALFUNCTION.SHOULD THIS CONDITION OCCUR WHILE VEHICLEIS IN MOTION AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED.A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGVALVE WHERE NECESSARY.) PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS.
BUICK: LESABRE: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V140000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2562 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740904 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-2.OTHERS N/A.POSSIBILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHROCHESTER 4 BBL.QUADRAJET CARBURETORS MAY HAVE HAD AN INCORRECT FAST IDLE CAMFOLLOWER LEVER INSTALLED.THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE BINDING ON THE SECONDARYTHROTTLE PLATE LOCK OUT LEVER AT THE WIDE OPEN THROTTLE AND NOT ALLOW THEENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE.SUCH A CONDITION COULD MAKE A VEHICLE DIFFICULT TOCONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING CARBURETOR FOUND WITH ANINCORRECT LEVER.)
BUICK: LESABRE: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V142000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 687 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750728 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750728 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-12.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-13.POSSIBILITY THAT THECENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY WELDED TO THE RIM.AS ARESULT, RIM COULD SEPARATE FROM CENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL.IF THIS HAPPENSWHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWHEEL WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: LESABRE: WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V217000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS:CENTER SECTION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2578 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19741125 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19741114 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-5.OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-5.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO75-C-4.POSSIBILITY THAT THE CENTER SPIDER SECTION OF THE WHEEL TO RIM MAYSEPARATE DUE TO INADEQUATE WELDING OF THE SPIDER.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING ANDREPLACING WITH NEW WHEEL WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: LESABRE: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: LESABRE: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: LESABRE: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19710401 - 19710501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 30885 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19720322 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19720115 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 71-C-3.BUICK NO 71-C-4.PONTIAC NO 71-C-5 AND NO71-C-5A.WITH WHEELS INDENTIFIED AS 15"X6", K11 BX.POSSIBILITY OF WELDSBREAKING WHERE WHEEL SPIDER (DISC) ATTACHES TO RIM.FATIGUE CRACKING MAY OCCURAROUND SPOT WELDS OF DISC-TO-RIM ATTACHMENT AND COULD POSSIBLY RESULT INEVENTUAL SEPARATION OF DISC FROM RIM.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWHERE NECESSARY WITH IMPROVED WHEEL.)
BUICK: LESABRE: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 71V127000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19710601 - 19710601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19710731 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19710802 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 71-C-3.POSSIBILITY THAT HEATER CONTROL SUP PORT BRACKET MAYHAVE BURR ON ITS EDGE WHICH COULD CONTACT HEA DLIGHT SWITCH WIRING.IFCONDITION EXISTS, BURR COULD CUT THR OUGH SWITCH WIRING, CAUSING ELECTRICALSHORT AND RESULTING INFIRE IN INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AREA.FIRE CANOCCUR WH EN VEHICLE IS IN OPERATION OR WHEN UNATTENDED WITH IGNITION SW ITCH INOFF POSITION.(CORRECT BY INSTALLING INSULATION BETWE EN HEADLIGHT SWITCHWIRING AND HEATER CONTROL SUPPORT BRACKET. )
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V003000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1970 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1178 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19691124 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19700115 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT UNDER CERTAIN CONDI- TIONS VEHCILES EQUIPPED WITH POWER DISCBRAKES COULD HAVE FRONT BRAKE HOSE FITTING-TO-FRAME CONTACT WHEN MAKING FULLTURN.THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AT HOSE FITTING AND AFFECTFRONT BRAKING SYSTEM.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALL- ING NEW PARTS WHERENECESSARY.)
BUICK: LESABRE: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V002000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1970 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4527 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19700105 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19700113 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT DURING ASSEMBLY ONE OR MORE 15" X 6" CHASSIS WHEELS HAVINGIMPROPER WELDS WERE IN- STALLED.THIS COULD CAUSE RIM TO SEPARATE FROM SPIDER,OR CENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL, RESULTING IN DIFFICULTY WITH STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLAC- ING WITH NEW WHEELS WHERE NECES- SARY.)
BUICK: LESABRE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 67V027000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LESABRE |
Model Year: | 1967 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 6919 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19670317 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19670317 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD RETAINER ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HAVE CORRECT RETENTION.IF SO, IT MAY BE POSSIBLE TO DISCONNECT THE PEDAL LINKAGE BY MANUALLY PULLING THE PEDAL UPWARD WITH THE FOOT.IF THE PEDAL LINKAGE BECAME DISCONNECTED, THE PEDAL WOULD GO TO THE FLOOR AND WOULD RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKES.(INSTALL A GASKET BETWEEN THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND DASH REINFORCEMENT PLATE.)
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V553000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2011 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 10351 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20100505 - 20100825 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 13780 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20101119 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20101105 |
Record Creation Date: | 20101109 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 DTS AND BUICK LUCERNE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V8 ENGINES. THE STARTER OR ALTERNATOR CABLE IS IN CONTACT WITH THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE. IF EITHER THE STARTER OR ALTERNATOR CABLE IS CONTACTING THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE, THE CABLE COULD WEAR THROUGH THE LINE, CAUSING A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK.
Consequence Summary:
A POWER STEERING LEAK COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH, AND/OR THE LEAK ONTO HOT ENGINE PARTS COULD CAUSE AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL SECURE AND IF NECESSARY REROUTE THE LINES TO PREVENT CONTACT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 AND AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM SAFETY RECALL NO. 10351.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V553000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2010 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 10351 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20100216 - 20100608 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 13780 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20101119 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20101105 |
Record Creation Date: | 20101109 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 DTS AND BUICK LUCERNE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V8 ENGINES. THE STARTER OR ALTERNATOR CABLE IS IN CONTACT WITH THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE. IF EITHER THE STARTER OR ALTERNATOR CABLE IS CONTACTING THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE, THE CABLE COULD WEAR THROUGH THE LINE, CAUSING A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK.
Consequence Summary:
A POWER STEERING LEAK COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH, AND/OR THE LEAK ONTO HOT ENGINE PARTS COULD CAUSE AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL SECURE AND IF NECESSARY REROUTE THE LINES TO PREVENT CONTACT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-23391-866-982-2339 FREE, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080
1-866-608-8080 FREE AND AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM SAFETY RECALL NO. 10351.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V240000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2009 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1365070 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100611 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20100604 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100604 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.
Consequence Summary:
IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V240000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2008 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1365070 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100611 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20100604 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100604 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.
Consequence Summary:
IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V441000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2008 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 8048 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20070301 - 20071130 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 857735 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080912 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080828 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080828 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL, SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MY 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WIPER WASHER FLUID SYSTEM. A SHORT CIRCUIT ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WASHER FLUID HEATER MAY OVERHEAT THE CONTROL-CIRCUIT GROUND WIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS MAY CAUSE OTHER ELECTRICAL FEATURES TO MALFUNCTION, CREATE AN ODOR, OR CAUSE SMOKE INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339
1-800-982-2339 FREE OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE; SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM, GMC AT 1-866-996-9436
1-866-996-9436 FREE; OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE; OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 08048. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LUCERNE: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07V468000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2007 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 7149 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20060501 - 20070630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 16677 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080529 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20071004 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071004 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 118 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 118, 'POWER OPERATED WINDOW, PARTITION, AND ROOF PANEL SYSTEMS.' UNDER THE STANDARD, THE SUNROOF MAY ONLY BE CLOSED WHEN THE IGNITION IS ON, OR AFTER THE IGNITION IS TURNED OFF, BUT BEFORE EITHER OF THE FRONT DOORS ARE OPENED. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE SUNROOF CAN BE CLOSED AFTER THE IGNITION IS TURNED OFF AND THE DOORS ARE OPENED.
Consequence Summary:
THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS FOR POWER OPERATED WINDOW, PARTITION, AND ROOF PANEL SYSTEMS TO MINIMIZE THE LIKELIHOOD OF DEATH OR INJURY FROM THEIR ACCIDENTAL OPERATION.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 29, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-23391-866-982-2339 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 07149.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V240000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2007 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1365070 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100611 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20100604 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100604 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.
Consequence Summary:
IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V441000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2007 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 8048 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20060430 - 20070630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 857735 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080912 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080828 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080828 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL, SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MY 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WIPER WASHER FLUID SYSTEM. A SHORT CIRCUIT ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WASHER FLUID HEATER MAY OVERHEAT THE CONTROL-CIRCUIT GROUND WIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS MAY CAUSE OTHER ELECTRICAL FEATURES TO MALFUNCTION, CREATE AN ODOR, OR CAUSE SMOKE INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339
1-800-982-2339 FREE OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE; SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM, GMC AT 1-866-996-9436
1-866-996-9436 FREE; OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE; OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 08048. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V240000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1365070 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100611 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20100604 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100604 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.
Consequence Summary:
IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: LUCERNE: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06V105000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6026 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20051201 - 20060228 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12862 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20060329 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20060405 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060406 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A V8 ENGINE,THE POWER STEERING HOSE CONNECTORS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY CRIMPED WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FLUID LEAK.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, POWER STEERING ASSIST MAY BE LOST AND INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WOULD BE REQUIRED AT LOW SPEEDS. ALSO, IF THE POWER STEERING FLUID WERE TO CONTACT HOT ENGINE PARTS, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER STEERING GEAR INLET HOSE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE OR CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06026.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: LUCERNE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V441000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | LUCERNE |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 8048 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20050831 - 20060630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 857735 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080912 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080828 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080828 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL, SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MY 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WIPER WASHER FLUID SYSTEM. A SHORT CIRCUIT ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WASHER FLUID HEATER MAY OVERHEAT THE CONTROL-CIRCUIT GROUND WIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS MAY CAUSE OTHER ELECTRICAL FEATURES TO MALFUNCTION, CREATE AN ODOR, OR CAUSE SMOKE INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339
1-800-982-2339 FREE OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE; SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM, GMC AT 1-866-996-9436
1-866-996-9436 FREE; OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE; OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 08048. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V328000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2060 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20010301 - 20010629 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 43980 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20021219 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20021209 |
Record Creation Date: | 20021219 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MAY BE INSTALLED OR FORCED OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE CABLE IS OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION, IT COULD INCREASE THE FORCE REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE AND A PERSON TRAPPED IN THE TRUNK MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RELEASE THE TRUNK LATCH USING THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL SECURE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE CABLE TO ENSURE THAT THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE OPERATES PROPERLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 19, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.
Notes:
RECALL NO. 02060.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V328000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2060 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020201 - 20020628 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 43980 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20021219 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20021209 |
Record Creation Date: | 20021219 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MAY BE INSTALLED OR FORCED OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE CABLE IS OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION, IT COULD INCREASE THE FORCE REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE AND A PERSON TRAPPED IN THE TRUNK MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RELEASE THE TRUNK LATCH USING THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL SECURE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE CABLE TO ENSURE THAT THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE OPERATES PROPERLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 19, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE.
Notes:
RECALL NO. 02060.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V328000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2060 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020301 - 20020830 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 43980 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20021219 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20021209 |
Record Creation Date: | 20021219 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MAY BE INSTALLED OR FORCED OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE CABLE IS OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION, IT COULD INCREASE THE FORCE REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE AND A PERSON TRAPPED IN THE TRUNK MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RELEASE THE TRUNK LATCH USING THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL SECURE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE CABLE TO ENSURE THAT THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE OPERATES PROPERLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 19, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE.
Notes:
RECALL NO. 02060.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V346000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 94 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000301 - 20000831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 35302 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20010105 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20001030 |
Record Creation Date: | 20001030 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 104 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 104, "WINDSHIELD WIPING AND WASHING SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A WIPER SYSTEM MICROPROCESSOR THAT IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO VOLTAGE TRANSIENTS, WHICH CAN CAUSE A "LATCH-UP" CONDITION IN THE SYSTEM CONTROLLER.
Consequence Summary:
IF MICROPROCESSOR "LATCH-UP" OCCURS, THE CUSTOMER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OPERATE THE SYSTEM IN BOTH THE LOWER AND HIGH-SPEED MODES REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR COVER WHICH CONTAINS THE MICROPROCESSOR.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 5, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V346000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 94 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19991101 - 20000630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 35302 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20010105 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20001030 |
Record Creation Date: | 20001030 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 104 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 104, "WINDSHIELD WIPING AND WASHING SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A WIPER SYSTEM MICROPROCESSOR THAT IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO VOLTAGE TRANSIENTS, WHICH CAN CAUSE A "LATCH-UP" CONDITION IN THE SYSTEM CONTROLLER.
Consequence Summary:
IF MICROPROCESSOR "LATCH-UP" OCCURS, THE CUSTOMER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OPERATE THE SYSTEM IN BOTH THE LOWER AND HIGH-SPEED MODES REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR COVER WHICH CONTAINS THE MICROPROCESSOR.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 5, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V090000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 03054B |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19990301 - 20000630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 910873 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040630 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040224 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040301 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THE BACKFIRE CAN RUPTURE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE RUPTURE OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD CAN DISPLACE A FUEL LINE, PULLING AN INJECTOR OUT OF PLACE, AND CAUSING A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537
1-800-630-6537 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03054B.SEE CAMPAIGN 03V-473 FOR ADDITIONAL UNITS.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V114000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 35 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000101 - 20000131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 8132 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000621 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000417 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000428 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE INTERNAL FLUID LEAKS IN THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT.
Consequence Summary:
WHEN THE REAR BRAKE PROPORTIONING, ANTILOCK BRAKE, TRACTION CONTROL, OR STABILITY CONTROL FEATURE IS ACTIVATED IN SOME DRIVING SITUATIONS, THE FEATURE MAY NOT PERFORM AS DESIGNED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ABS HYDRAULIC MODULATOR UNIT AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC MODULATOR.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 21, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE, AND CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006
1-800-458-8006 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V238000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 99038 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19990601 - 19990731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 988 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19991008 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19990827 |
Record Creation Date: | 19990830 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO PEDAL ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT NUTS MAY BE LOOSE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THESE NUTS ARE LOOSE, THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY BE LOW, THE ASSEMBLY MAY BE LOOSE, THE BRAKES MAY NOT RELEASE, AND IF THE NUTS BACK COMPLETELY OFF, BRAKING MAY BE LOST. ALSO FUME AND WATER INTRUSION TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAN OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER TO BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY NUTS AND TIGHTEN ALL FOUR (4) NUTS TO SPECIFIED TORQUE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 99038.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 8, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V081000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 99020 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19990301 - 19990331 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 38 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19990513 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19990414 |
Record Creation Date: | 19990420 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH INCORRECT FRONT BRAKE ROTOR, BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY, BRAKE PADS, AND CALIPER MOUNTING BRACKET ON EITHER THE LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
A VEHICLE WITH THIS CONDITION CAN PULL TO ONE SIDE DURING A BRAKING MANEUVER. IN ADDITION, VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE COULD BE INCREASED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CORRECT BRAKE PARTS AND REPLACE ANY INCORRECT ROTORS, CALIPER ASSEMBLIES, BRAKE PADS, AND CALIPER MOUNTING BRACKETS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 13, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-27371-800-762-2737 FREE, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V090000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 03054B |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980201 - 19990731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 910873 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040630 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040224 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040301 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THE BACKFIRE CAN RUPTURE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE RUPTURE OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD CAN DISPLACE A FUEL LINE, PULLING AN INJECTOR OUT OF PLACE, AND CAUSING A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537
1-800-630-6537 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03054B.SEE CAMPAIGN 03V-473 FOR ADDITIONAL UNITS.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V090000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 03054B |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970301 - 19980831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 910873 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040630 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040224 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040301 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THE BACKFIRE CAN RUPTURE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE RUPTURE OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD CAN DISPLACE A FUEL LINE, PULLING AN INJECTOR OUT OF PLACE, AND CAUSING A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537
1-800-630-6537 FREE, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03054B.SEE CAMPAIGN 03V-473 FOR ADDITIONAL UNITS.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V117000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 39 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960401 - 19971031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 77952 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000831 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000418 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000502 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELTS THAT MAY TWIST, ALLOWING THE WEBBING TO BECOME JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR.
Consequence Summary:
WHEN THE SHOULDER BELT WEBBING BECOMES JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR, THE BELT MAY BE UNUSABLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF UPDATED FRONT SHOULDER BELT BEZELS AND WHERE NECESSARY, INSTALL NEW FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELT OPENING BEZEL KITS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 31, 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V064000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960401 - 19970415 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 156910 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970528 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970428 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970501 |
Defect Summary:
THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE CAN CAUSE THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TO CYCLE DURING A NON-ABS BRAKE APPLICATION.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN AN INCREASE IN VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEING DURING MAY 1997. NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006
1-800-458-8006 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V036000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960401 - 19970131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 20959 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970326 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970311 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970324 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM WOULD NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD AND INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS TO SPECIFICATION.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 1997.NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V117000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 39 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960401 - 19971031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 77952 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000831 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000418 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000502 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELTS THAT MAY TWIST, ALLOWING THE WEBBING TO BECOME JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR.
Consequence Summary:
WHEN THE SHOULDER BELT WEBBING BECOMES JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR, THE BELT MAY BE UNUSABLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF UPDATED FRONT SHOULDER BELT BEZELS AND WHERE NECESSARY, INSTALL NEW FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELT OPENING BEZEL KITS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 31, 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V204000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950301 - 19950801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 32869 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19951023 |
Record Creation Date: | 19951101 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 114 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A MALFUNCTION ALARM, LIGHTING AND LOCKING (MALL) MODULE THAT CAN CONTAIN A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THE CAPACITOR IS DAMAGED, THE "KEY IN THE IGNITION" WARNING CHIME AND THE DRIVER SEAT BELT UNBUCKLED WARNING CHIME AND INDICATOR LAMP MAY NOT WORK. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION" AND FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." IN ADDITION, OTHER CHIME REMINDER FUNCTIONS, INTERIOR LIGHTING CONTROLS, AND POWER DOOR LOCKING FEATURES ARE ALSO AFFECTED.
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE; THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE AWARE THAT THE KEY WAS LEFT IN THE IGNITION OR THAT THE SAFETY BELT WAS NOT BUCKLED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACE THE MALL MODULE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION; ANTI-THEFT; FMVSS NO. 114 AND NO. 208.VEHICLE208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V044000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960101 - 19960201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15122 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960304 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960305 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960312 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 209 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH ONE OR MORE INCORRECT SAFETY BELT AND/OR SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ENDS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IF AN INCORRECT PART IS USED, THE BELT MAY NOT LATCH PROPERLY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT SHOULD A VEHICLE CRASH OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT ALL FRONT AND REAR SAFETY BELT LATCH ENDS AND SAFETY BELT BUCKLES FOR CORRECT PARTS AND REPLACE ANY INCORRECT PARTS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; ACTIVE RESTRAINTS; BELT BUCKLES, FMVSS NO. 209. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950701 - 19960501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 275811 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960708 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960701 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960708 |
Defect Summary:
A BACKFIRE DURING ENGINE STARTING CAN CAUSE BREAKAGE OF THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A NO-START CONDITION AND POSSIBLY AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING. UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN REPAIR IS MADE, THE VEHICLE HOOD SHOULD BE SHUT WHENEVER STARTING THE VEHICLE TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L V6 ENGINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATIONS BEGAN DURING JULY 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V158000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950201 - 19950301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12832 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950807 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950804 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950831 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP LENS HAS AN INCORRECT AIM PAD NUMBER ON THE LENS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IF THESE HEAD LAMPS ARE RE-AIMED USING A MECHANICAL AIMING DEVICE THAT UTILIZES THE AIMING PAD NUMERS, THE RESULTANT AIM WOULD BE OUT OF THE SPECIFIED RANGE. THIS MAY CAUSE A VISIBILITY PROBLEM INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP ON VEHICLES WITH THE CORRECT OUTBOARD LOWER PAD NUMBER.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP OR SOCKET; HEADLIGHTS; FMVSS NO. 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-73001-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V015000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 585182 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960322 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960123 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960125 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATION WITH HIGH TRANSMISSION LOADS.
Consequence Summary:
VEHICLE FIRES CAN OCCUR DUE TO THE SPILLAGE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; TRANSMISSION; AUTOMATIC; COOLING UNIT AND LINES. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER MINI-VANS WITH 3.8L ENGINE AND 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH L27 OR L67 ENGINE AND 4T60E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND SOLD OR REGISTERED IN ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN AND WYOMING.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-10201-800-222-1020 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V015000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 585182 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960322 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960123 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960125 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATION WITH HIGH TRANSMISSION LOADS.
Consequence Summary:
VEHICLE FIRES CAN OCCUR DUE TO THE SPILLAGE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; TRANSMISSION; AUTOMATIC; COOLING UNIT AND LINES. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER MINI-VANS WITH 3.8L ENGINE AND 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH L27 OR L67 ENGINE AND 4T60E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND SOLD OR REGISTERED IN ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN AND WYOMING.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-10201-800-222-1020 FREE; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537
1-800-442-6537 FREE; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737
1-800-762-2737 FREE; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300
1-800-521-7300 FREE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393
1-800-424-9393 FREE.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V167000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910401 - 19910501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 20765 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19911008 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19910923 |
Record Creation Date: | 19910925 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 105 |
Defect Summary:
WHEN APPLIED, THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY MAY RELEASE ONE OR MORE TEETH, REDUCING THE CABLE LOAD TO THE REAR BRAKES.
Consequence Summary:
DEPENDING ON THE EXTENT OF THE LEVER RELEASE AND ROADLEVEL. THE PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE, ALLOWING IT TO ROLL, WHICHCOULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 105.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES; FMVSS 105.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: PARK AVENUE: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V112000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | PARK AVENUE |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19891101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 51834 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900703 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900606 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900618 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
OWNERS MANUALS DID NOT FULLY EXPLAIN HOW FRONT SHOULDER BELT COMFORT FEATURE WORKS.
Consequence Summary:
CARS WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 208, AND INCORRECT USE OF SAFETY RESTRAINTS COULD LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS IF AN ACCIDENTSHOULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
INSERT STICKER THAT PROVIDES MISSING INFORMATION IN OWNERS MANUALS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SAFETY BELTS; FMVSS 208.VEHICLE208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: RAINIER: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 05V552000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RAINIER |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 5109 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20050901 - 20050907 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 32068 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20060331 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20051207 |
Record Creation Date: | 20051207 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 110 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.
Consequence Summary:
A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE, HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668
1-800-620-7668 FREE, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876
1-800-972-8876 FREE, OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727
1-800-255-6727 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 05109.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RAINIER: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 05V455000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RAINIER |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 5086 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20050701 - 20050831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 123592 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20051014 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20051005 |
Record Creation Date: | 20051006 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A POWER STEERING HOSE THAT IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION. UNDER EXTREME STEERING MANEUVERS, SUCH AS TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL FULLY TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT WHILE BRAKING, THE HOSE MAY FRACTURE AND LEAK FLUID.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, POWER STEERING ASSIST WOULD BE LOST AND INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WOULD BE REQUIRED. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRO-BOOST POWER BRAKES, IT COULD ALSO RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST AND INCREASED BRAKING EFFORT WOULD BE REQUIRED. IF THE POWER STEERING FLUID SPRAY WERE TO SPRAY ONTO HOT ENGINE PARTS, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING HOSE(S) FOR TWO SUSPECT DATE CODES AND REPLACE THEM IF REQUIRED. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON OCTOBER 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-24381-800-630-2438 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080
1-866-608-8080 FREE, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339
1-866-982-2339 FREE, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727
1-800-255-6727 FREE, OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493
1-800-732-5493 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 05086.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RAINIER: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 05V035000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RAINIER |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 5002 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20041103 - 20041207 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 17815 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20050310 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20050203 |
Record Creation Date: | 20050203 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 212 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.
Consequence Summary:
IF A CRASH OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-80801-866-608-8080 FREE, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438
1-800-630-2438 FREE, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 05002.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RAINIER: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V527000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RAINIER |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 4087 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20030401 - 20030831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 871473 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20041122 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20041101 |
Record Creation Date: | 20041103 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, VIBRATION AND HEAT MAY CAUSE THE TAIL LAMP/STOP LAMP BULB TO LOOSEN IN ITS SOCKET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE BULB MAY FLICKER AND EVENTUALLY BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Consequence Summary:
AN INOPERATIVE BRAKE LAMP WILL NOT CONVEY THE DRIVER'S INTENTION OF STOPPING TO DRIVERS IN FOLLOWING VEHICLES, AND AN INOPERATIVE REAR TURN SIGNAL LAMP WILL NOT CONVEY THE DRIVER'S INTENTION TO TURN TO DRIVERS IN FOLLOWING VEHICLES. BOTH OF THESE FAILURES CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TAIL LAMP/STOP LAMP ASSEMBLIES, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-24381-800-630-2438 FREE, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537
1-800-630-6537 FREE, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080
1-866-608-8080 FREE, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 04087. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT1-888-DASH-2-DOT FREE (1-888-327-4236
1-888-327-4236 FREE).
BUICK: RAINIER: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 05V198000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RAINIER |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 5044 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20030401 - 20031130 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 286478 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20050804 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20050505 |
Record Creation Date: | 20050505 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE DRIVER WISHING TO SIGNAL A TURN BY MOVING THE DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL LEVER, (UP OR DOWN) MAY CAUSE THE FRONT MARKER/TURN LIGHTS AND REAR TURN LIGHTS TO FLASH IN A MANNER SIMILAR TO HAZARD WARNING, RATHER THAN FLASHING ON THE DESIRED SIDE ONLY.
Consequence Summary:
THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO CLEARLY SIGNAL THEIR INTENTIONS TO TURN, CHANGE TRAVEL LANES, OR POTENTIALLY WARN OTHERS OF AN IMPAIRED VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT FLASHER MODULES WITH A NEW FLASHER MODULE DESIGNED WITH SEALED RELAYS AND MORE DURABLE CONTACT MATERIAL INSIDE OF THE RELAYS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2005. ISUZU BEGAN MAILING OWNER LETTERS ON AUGUST 4, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-24381-800-630-2438 FREE, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463
1-866-996-9463 FREE, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727
1-800-255-6727 FREE, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080
1-866-608-8080 FREE, AND OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537
1-800-630-6537 FREE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 05044.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REATTA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE WARNING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V158000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REATTA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE WARNING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 18904 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19911127 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19910913 |
Record Creation Date: | 19910925 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 101 |
Defect Summary:
BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHT MAY NOT LIGHT WHEN IGNITION IS IN THE "ON" POSITION, THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED, AND THE SHIFT SELECTOR IS IN THE PARK OR NEUTRAL GEAR RANGE.
Consequence Summary:
VEHICLES WOULD NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 101AND 105.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE PROM IN THE BODY COMPUTER MODULE TO PREVENT THIS CONDITION FROM OCCURRING.
Notes:
SYSTEM: CONTROL DISPLAYS; FMVSS 101 AND 105.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REATTA: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90E043004 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REATTA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19891101 - 19900701 |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 39 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19901207 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19901030 |
Record Creation Date: | 19901101 |
Defect Summary:
THREADED INFLATOR COMPONENTS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY WHICH MAY ALLOW COMPONENTS TO SEPARATE WHEN INFLATOR RECEIVES A SIGNAL TO DEPLOY THE AIR BAG.
Consequence Summary:
INFLATOR COMPONENT SEPARATION ALLOWS HOT COMBUSTION GASESTO ESCAPE INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURIES TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE AIR BAG MODULES CONTAINING POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE INFLATORS.
Notes:
NOTE:THIS CAMPAIGN WAS INITIATED BY TRW, INC., MANUFACTURER OF THE AIR BAG MODULE SYSTEM:AIR BAG MODULES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER SIDE SUPPLEMENTAL AIRBAG MODULES.
BUICK: REATTA: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V031000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REATTA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19890901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 857 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900301 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900212 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900222 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
THE FORWARD SENSOR FOR THE AIR BAG MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY CONSTRUCTED WITH PART OF THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE SENSOR REVERSED.
Consequence Summary:
THE REVERSAL OF THE WIRES COULD CAUSE DELAY IN THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG AND INCREASE THE SEVERITY OF THE OF INJURY TO AN UNBELTED DRIVER IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FORWARD DISCRIMINATING SENSOR AS NECESSARY.
Notes:
SYSTEM:AIR BAG IMPACT SENSOR; FMVSS 208.VEHICLE208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REATTA: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V164000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REATTA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900301 - 19900401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 63964 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19901005 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900906 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900918 |
Defect Summary:
TRANSAXLE SHIFT CONTROL CABLE MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE FROM THE FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL WITH LOSS OF GEAR INDICATOR REFERENCE AND SHIFT SELECTOR OPERATION.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO DETERMINE ACTUAL GEARPOSITION THE TRANSAXLE IS IN, WHICH COULD RESULT IN UNEXPECTED VEHICLE MOVEMENTAND AN ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A TRANSAXLE SHIFT CONTROL CABLE RETAINING CLIP TO PREVENT CABLE DISENGAGEMENT.
Notes:
SYSTEM: TRANSAXLE; SHIFT CONTROL CABLE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REATTA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REATTA |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REATTA: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V056000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REATTA |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880701 - 19890201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 10535 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890421 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890405 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890425 |
Defect Summary:
LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE MAY CONTACT THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BRACKET.
Consequence Summary:
BRAKE LINE COULD WEAR THROUGH CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKEFLUID AND PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY; THIS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLECRASH.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE/CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 ENGINES ANDANTI-LOCK BRAKES.
BUICK: REATTA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REATTA |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-20751-800-890-2075 FREE (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-42361-888-327-4236 FREE (TTY: 1-800-424-9153
1-800-424-9153 FREE); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08E063000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3855 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20081016 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20081017 |
Record Creation Date: | 20081020 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WELD CONNECTING THE INNER TUBE TO THE OUTER TUBE MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO DORMAN'S OE SOLUTIONS BRAND NAME, BALKAMP'S NAPA BRAND, AND THE PLATINUM BRAND STEERING SHAFTS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08E063000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3855 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20081016 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20081017 |
Record Creation Date: | 20081020 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WELD CONNECTING THE INNER TUBE TO THE OUTER TUBE MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO DORMAN'S OE SOLUTIONS BRAND NAME, BALKAMP'S NAPA BRAND, AND THE PLATINUM BRAND STEERING SHAFTS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 9047 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1497516 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090409 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20090408 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090408 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE RETENTION CHANNEL AT THE FRONT OF ENGINE AND INSTALL TWO NEW SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM OR HTTP:WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 09047.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V118000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 7035 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020401 - 20030630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207542 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080428 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080312 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE.
Consequence Summary:
CERTAIN UNDERHOOD FIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY DROPS OF ENGINE OIL, FROM SEEPAGE OR SPILLAGE, BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING. IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRE MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT (LEFT) ROCKER COVER GASKET WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN FROM THE ORIGINAL GASKET AND REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL WITH NEW RETAINERS. DUE TO PARTS AVAILABILITY, OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES. THE CUSTOMER LETTERS FOR THE 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED ON APRIL 28, 2008. GM WILL ADVISE AS TO WHEN THE OWNER LETTERS FOR THE 2001-2003 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED. UNTIL SUFFICIENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) THEY STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CAR PORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 07035. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08E063000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3855 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20081016 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20081017 |
Record Creation Date: | 20081020 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WELD CONNECTING THE INNER TUBE TO THE OUTER TUBE MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO DORMAN'S OE SOLUTIONS BRAND NAME, BALKAMP'S NAPA BRAND, AND THE PLATINUM BRAND STEERING SHAFTS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 9047 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1497516 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090409 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20090408 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090408 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE RETENTION CHANNEL AT THE FRONT OF ENGINE AND INSTALL TWO NEW SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM OR HTTP:WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 09047.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V118000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 7035 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20010301 - 20020630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207542 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080428 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080312 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE.
Consequence Summary:
CERTAIN UNDERHOOD FIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY DROPS OF ENGINE OIL, FROM SEEPAGE OR SPILLAGE, BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING. IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRE MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT (LEFT) ROCKER COVER GASKET WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN FROM THE ORIGINAL GASKET AND REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL WITH NEW RETAINERS. DUE TO PARTS AVAILABILITY, OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES. THE CUSTOMER LETTERS FOR THE 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED ON APRIL 28, 2008. GM WILL ADVISE AS TO WHEN THE OWNER LETTERS FOR THE 2001-2003 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED. UNTIL SUFFICIENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) THEY STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CAR PORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 07035. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V371000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 90 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000201 - 20000731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20001116 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20001113 |
Record Creation Date: | 20001116 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE DRIVER SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG INFLATOR SEPARATES FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE DURING DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE INFLATOR SEPARATES, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY PROPERLY DURING A CRASH AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION WOULD BE REDUCED. IF IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT A SEPARATED INFLATOR COULD BE PROPELLED DOWNWARD AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO A REAR SEAT PASSENGER WHOSE FOOT IS POSITIONED APPROXIMATELY UNDER THE INFLATOR MODULE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG MODULE.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 01V109000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 1017 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000301 - 20000831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 116007 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20010504 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20010406 |
Record Creation Date: | 20010409 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH SUNVISOR LOCATED AIR BAG LABELS, FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A MESSAGE AREA LESS THAN 30 CM WHICH DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Consequence Summary:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.
Corrective Summary:
GM WILL MAIL A NEW BILINGUAL AIR BAG LABEL WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. HOWEVER, THE CUSTOMER MAY BRING THE LABEL TO THEIR DEALER FOR INSTALLATION FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 4, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.
Notes:
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08E063000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3855 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20081016 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20081017 |
Record Creation Date: | 20081020 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WELD CONNECTING THE INNER TUBE TO THE OUTER TUBE MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO DORMAN'S OE SOLUTIONS BRAND NAME, BALKAMP'S NAPA BRAND, AND THE PLATINUM BRAND STEERING SHAFTS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 9047 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1497516 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090409 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20090408 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090408 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE RETENTION CHANNEL AT THE FRONT OF ENGINE AND INSTALL TWO NEW SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM OR HTTP:WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 09047.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V228003 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 67 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000501 - 20000531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 156305 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000824 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000807 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000822 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 209 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY DATE CODES AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ANY SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 24, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; GMC AT 1-800-462-8782; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR SATURN AT 1-800-553-6000. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V118000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2001 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 7035 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000501 - 20010630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207542 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080428 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080312 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE.
Consequence Summary:
CERTAIN UNDERHOOD FIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY DROPS OF ENGINE OIL, FROM SEEPAGE OR SPILLAGE, BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING. IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRE MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT (LEFT) ROCKER COVER GASKET WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN FROM THE ORIGINAL GASKET AND REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL WITH NEW RETAINERS. DUE TO PARTS AVAILABILITY, OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES. THE CUSTOMER LETTERS FOR THE 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED ON APRIL 28, 2008. GM WILL ADVISE AS TO WHEN THE OWNER LETTERS FOR THE 2001-2003 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED. UNTIL SUFFICIENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) THEY STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CAR PORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 07035. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V371000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 90 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000201 - 20000731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20001116 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20001113 |
Record Creation Date: | 20001116 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE DRIVER SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG INFLATOR SEPARATES FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE DURING DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE INFLATOR SEPARATES, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY PROPERLY DURING A CRASH AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION WOULD BE REDUCED. IF IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT A SEPARATED INFLATOR COULD BE PROPELLED DOWNWARD AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO A REAR SEAT PASSENGER WHOSE FOOT IS POSITIONED APPROXIMATELY UNDER THE INFLATOR MODULE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG MODULE.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V160000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 56 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000501 - 20000531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 248 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000621 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000616 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000616 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE CLAMP THAT SECURES THE FLEXIBLE FUEL FILL HOSE TO THE METAL FILL TUBE MAY BE LOOSE AND COULD SEPARATE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE EXCEEDING THE PERMISSIBLE AMOUNT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL HOSE FILL NECK CLAMP AND, IF NECESSARY, REPOSITION AND TIGHTEN THE CLAMP.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 21, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 01V109000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 1017 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000301 - 20000630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 116007 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20010504 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20010406 |
Record Creation Date: | 20010409 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH SUNVISOR LOCATED AIR BAG LABELS, FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A MESSAGE AREA LESS THAN 30 CM WHICH DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Consequence Summary:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.
Corrective Summary:
GM WILL MAIL A NEW BILINGUAL AIR BAG LABEL WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. HOWEVER, THE CUSTOMER MAY BRING THE LABEL TO THEIR DEALER FOR INSTALLATION FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 4, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.
Notes:
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08E063000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3855 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20081016 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20081017 |
Record Creation Date: | 20081020 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WELD CONNECTING THE INNER TUBE TO THE OUTER TUBE MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO DORMAN'S OE SOLUTIONS BRAND NAME, BALKAMP'S NAPA BRAND, AND THE PLATINUM BRAND STEERING SHAFTS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 9047 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1497516 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090409 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20090408 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090408 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE RETENTION CHANNEL AT THE FRONT OF ENGINE AND INSTALL TWO NEW SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM OR HTTP:WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 09047.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V228003 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 67 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20000401 - 20000531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 156305 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000824 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000807 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000822 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 209 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY DATE CODES AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ANY SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 24, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; GMC AT 1-800-462-8782; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR SATURN AT 1-800-553-6000. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V143000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 47 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19991101 - 20000131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 18754 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000623 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000517 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000522 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DRUM BRAKES. THE BOLT HEAD(S) ON THE REAR SPINDLE ROD CAN SEPARATE.
Consequence Summary:
THE REAR WHEEL CAN SHIFT, CAUSING REAR STEERING OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SPINDLE BOLTS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 23, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V118000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 2000 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 7035 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19990301 - 20000630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207542 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080428 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080312 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE.
Consequence Summary:
CERTAIN UNDERHOOD FIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY DROPS OF ENGINE OIL, FROM SEEPAGE OR SPILLAGE, BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING. IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRE MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT (LEFT) ROCKER COVER GASKET WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN FROM THE ORIGINAL GASKET AND REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL WITH NEW RETAINERS. DUE TO PARTS AVAILABILITY, OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES. THE CUSTOMER LETTERS FOR THE 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED ON APRIL 28, 2008. GM WILL ADVISE AS TO WHEN THE OWNER LETTERS FOR THE 2001-2003 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED. UNTIL SUFFICIENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) THEY STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CAR PORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 07035. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V356000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980301 - 19990630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 411880 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000720 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19991217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000110 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE VERTICAL HEAD LAMP ADJUSTING DEVICE MAY NOT BE CALIBRATED PROPERLY.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER VISIBILITY MAY BE IMPAIRED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTICALLY AIMING THE HEADLAMPS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 20, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V170000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 99033 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980301 - 19990420 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 168559 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19990825 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19990709 |
Record Creation Date: | 19990713 |
Defect Summary:
SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WITH THE KEY IN THE "ON" POSITION, EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MOTOR SHORTS TO ITS CASE AND GROUNDS THROUGH A FLEXIBLE BRAKE FLUID PIPE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS SHORT CAN CAUSE EXTREME HEATING OF THE FLEXIBLE BRAKE PIPE WHERE IT CAN MELT A NEARBY FLEXIBLE PLASTIC FUEL HOSE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND CABLE FROM THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (EBCM) TO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BODY RAIL.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 25, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08E063000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3855 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20081016 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20081017 |
Record Creation Date: | 20081020 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WELD CONNECTING THE INNER TUBE TO THE OUTER TUBE MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO DORMAN'S OE SOLUTIONS BRAND NAME, BALKAMP'S NAPA BRAND, AND THE PLATINUM BRAND STEERING SHAFTS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 9047 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1497516 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090409 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20090408 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090408 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE RETENTION CHANNEL AT THE FRONT OF ENGINE AND INSTALL TWO NEW SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM OR HTTP:WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 09047.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V375000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 4052 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980801 - 19990630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 199793 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040908 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040810 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040811 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME OF THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE OVERHEAD SIGN ILLUMINATION REQUIREMENTS.
Consequence Summary:
LESS ILLUMINATION MAY REDUCE THE ABILITY OF THE DRIVER TO READ OVERHEAD SIGNS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW LOW BEAM HEADLAMP BULBS IN BOTH OF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080. NOTE: IF THE BULB NEEDS REPLACEMENT IN THE FUTURE, GM BULB NUMBER 89024715 IS AVAILABLE FROM A DEALER, OR THE EQUIVALENT SYLVANIA BULB IS 9006HP, WITH ORANGE LETTERING ON THE BULB.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 04052.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V118000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1999 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 7035 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19980301 - 19990731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207542 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080428 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080312 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE.
Consequence Summary:
CERTAIN UNDERHOOD FIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY DROPS OF ENGINE OIL, FROM SEEPAGE OR SPILLAGE, BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING. IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRE MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT (LEFT) ROCKER COVER GASKET WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN FROM THE ORIGINAL GASKET AND REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL WITH NEW RETAINERS. DUE TO PARTS AVAILABILITY, OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES. THE CUSTOMER LETTERS FOR THE 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED ON APRIL 28, 2008. GM WILL ADVISE AS TO WHEN THE OWNER LETTERS FOR THE 2001-2003 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED. UNTIL SUFFICIENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) THEY STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CAR PORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 07035. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V356000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970401 - 19980831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 411880 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000720 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19991217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000110 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE VERTICAL HEAD LAMP ADJUSTING DEVICE MAY NOT BE CALIBRATED PROPERLY.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER VISIBILITY MAY BE IMPAIRED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTICALLY AIMING THE HEADLAMPS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 20, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 98V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970401 - 19971031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 149342 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19980530 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19980515 |
Record Creation Date: | 19980518 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE OWNER MANUALS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIREMENT INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING DEVICE. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE MAILED AN OWNER MANUAL'S INSERT WHICH CONTAINS THE APPROPRIATE INFORMATION.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 1998.OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE INSERT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 03V527000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3062 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:RACK AND PINION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970401 - 19971031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 750283 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040205 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20031211 |
Record Creation Date: | 20031218 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOWER PINION BEARINGS IN THE POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY IN WHICH THE RETAINER TABS WERE NOT CRIMPED PROPERLY. THESE RETAINERS COULD FAIL AND PERMIT THE BALL BEARINGS TO ESCAPE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS OCCURS, THE PINION SHAFT CAN BE FORCED UPWARD DURING LEFT TURNS AND BACK DOWN AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS MOVED BACK AND TO THE RIGHT. IF THE PINION SHAFT MOVES FURTHER, THE DRIVER WILL NEED TO EXERT MORE EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL, SIMILAR TO A VEHICLE WITHOUT POWER ASSISTED STEERING. IF THE PINION SHAFT MOVES EVEN FURTHER, THE DRIVER WILL REQUIRE MUCH HIGHER EFFORT TO TURN LEFT AND MAY NOT BE ABLE TO TURN THE WHEEL AS MUCH AS INTENDED. WITH THE MAXIMUM PINION SHAFT MOVEMENT, WHICH REQUIRES INTERNAL GEAR COMPONENT DAMAGE, THE DRIVER CAN ENCOUNTER HIGH RESISTANCE TO TURNING LEFT, FOLLOWED BY UNINTENDED POWER ASSIST TO THE RIGHT. IN ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOWER PINION BEARING UNLESS INSPECT OF THE EXISTING BEARING INDICATES THAT REPLACEMENT OF THE GEAR ASSEMBLY IS NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03062.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 9047 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1497516 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090409 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20090408 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090408 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE RETENTION CHANNEL AT THE FRONT OF ENGINE AND INSTALL TWO NEW SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM OR HTTP:WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 09047.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V118000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 7035 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970401 - 19980831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207542 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080428 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080312 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE.
Consequence Summary:
CERTAIN UNDERHOOD FIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY DROPS OF ENGINE OIL, FROM SEEPAGE OR SPILLAGE, BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING. IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRE MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT (LEFT) ROCKER COVER GASKET WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN FROM THE ORIGINAL GASKET AND REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL WITH NEW RETAINERS. DUE TO PARTS AVAILABILITY, OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES. THE CUSTOMER LETTERS FOR THE 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED ON APRIL 28, 2008. GM WILL ADVISE AS TO WHEN THE OWNER LETTERS FOR THE 2001-2003 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED. UNTIL SUFFICIENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) THEY STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CAR PORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 07035. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 98V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960801 - 19970731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 149342 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19980530 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19980515 |
Record Creation Date: | 19980518 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE OWNER MANUALS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIREMENT INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING DEVICE. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE MAILED AN OWNER MANUAL'S INSERT WHICH CONTAINS THE APPROPRIATE INFORMATION.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 1998.OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE INSERT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 03V527000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3062 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:RACK AND PINION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960801 - 19970731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 750283 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040205 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20031211 |
Record Creation Date: | 20031218 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOWER PINION BEARINGS IN THE POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY IN WHICH THE RETAINER TABS WERE NOT CRIMPED PROPERLY. THESE RETAINERS COULD FAIL AND PERMIT THE BALL BEARINGS TO ESCAPE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS OCCURS, THE PINION SHAFT CAN BE FORCED UPWARD DURING LEFT TURNS AND BACK DOWN AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS MOVED BACK AND TO THE RIGHT. IF THE PINION SHAFT MOVES FURTHER, THE DRIVER WILL NEED TO EXERT MORE EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL, SIMILAR TO A VEHICLE WITHOUT POWER ASSISTED STEERING. IF THE PINION SHAFT MOVES EVEN FURTHER, THE DRIVER WILL REQUIRE MUCH HIGHER EFFORT TO TURN LEFT AND MAY NOT BE ABLE TO TURN THE WHEEL AS MUCH AS INTENDED. WITH THE MAXIMUM PINION SHAFT MOVEMENT, WHICH REQUIRES INTERNAL GEAR COMPONENT DAMAGE, THE DRIVER CAN ENCOUNTER HIGH RESISTANCE TO TURNING LEFT, FOLLOWED BY UNINTENDED POWER ASSIST TO THE RIGHT. IN ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOWER PINION BEARING UNLESS INSPECT OF THE EXISTING BEARING INDICATES THAT REPLACEMENT OF THE GEAR ASSEMBLY IS NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03062.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 99V348000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 99091 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960801 - 19970531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 155149 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000525 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19991216 |
Record Creation Date: | 19991223 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY STOP WORKING DUE TO A SEPARATION BETWEEN THE DRIVE PIN AND CRESCENT IN THE CRANK ARM ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES FOR THE PRESENCE OF A PLASTIC WATER DEFLECTOR AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CRANK ARM AND INSTALL A WATER DEFLECTOR. ON VEHICLES RECEIVING A REPLACEMENT CRANK ARM AND NEW WATER DEFLECTOR, DEALERS WILL ALSO APPLY ADDITIONAL SEALING MATERIAL TO IMPROVE WATER DEFLECTION AWAY FROM THE CRANK ARM ASSEMBLY AND WILL INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT TO IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE WIPER PARK MECHANISM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 99091.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 25, 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 9047 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1497516 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090409 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20090408 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090408 |
Defect Summary:
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE RETENTION CHANNEL AT THE FRONT OF ENGINE AND INSTALL TWO NEW SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM OR HTTP:WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 09047.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V223000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960801 - 19970531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4387 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19971130 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19971114 |
Record Creation Date: | 19971204 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE PIPE CAN CONTACT THE PIOWER STEERING ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BRAKE LINE TO WEAR THROUGH.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN THE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND EVENTUAL LOSS OF HALF OF THE VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR PROPER CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE LINE AND POWER STEERING ASSEMBLY. ASSEMBLIES FOUND TO BE OUT OF POSITION WILL BE REPOSITIONED AND ALL ASSEMBLIES SECURED TO MAINTAIN PROPER CLEARANCES. ADDITIONALLY, THOSE BRAKE LINES FOUND TO HAVE BEEN DAMAGED WILL BE REPLACED AND PROPERLY ROUTED.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 1997. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 08V118000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 7035 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960801 - 19970731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 207542 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20080428 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20080312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20080312 |
Defect Summary:
GM IS RECALLING 207,542 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L SUPERCHARGED V-6 ENGINE. THESE VEHICLES HAVE HIGHER FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET TEMPERATURES, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR EARLIER DEGRADATION OF THE FRONT ROCKER COVER GASKET AND EVENTUAL OIL SEEPAGE.
Consequence Summary:
CERTAIN UNDERHOOD FIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY DROPS OF ENGINE OIL, FROM SEEPAGE OR SPILLAGE, BEING DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING. IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, THE FIRE MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT (LEFT) ROCKER COVER GASKET WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN FROM THE ORIGINAL GASKET AND REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL WITH NEW RETAINERS. DUE TO PARTS AVAILABILITY, OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES. THE CUSTOMER LETTERS FOR THE 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED ON APRIL 28, 2008. GM WILL ADVISE AS TO WHEN THE OWNER LETTERS FOR THE 2001-2003 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED. UNTIL SUFFICIENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) THEY STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CAR PORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 07035. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 03V527000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3062 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:RACK AND PINION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960101 - 19961031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 750283 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040205 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20031211 |
Record Creation Date: | 20031218 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOWER PINION BEARINGS IN THE POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY IN WHICH THE RETAINER TABS WERE NOT CRIMPED PROPERLY. THESE RETAINERS COULD FAIL AND PERMIT THE BALL BEARINGS TO ESCAPE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS OCCURS, THE PINION SHAFT CAN BE FORCED UPWARD DURING LEFT TURNS AND BACK DOWN AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS MOVED BACK AND TO THE RIGHT. IF THE PINION SHAFT MOVES FURTHER, THE DRIVER WILL NEED TO EXERT MORE EFFORT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL, SIMILAR TO A VEHICLE WITHOUT POWER ASSISTED STEERING. IF THE PINION SHAFT MOVES EVEN FURTHER, THE DRIVER WILL REQUIRE MUCH HIGHER EFFORT TO TURN LEFT AND MAY NOT BE ABLE TO TURN THE WHEEL AS MUCH AS INTENDED. WITH THE MAXIMUM PINION SHAFT MOVEMENT, WHICH REQUIRES INTERNAL GEAR COMPONENT DAMAGE, THE DRIVER CAN ENCOUNTER HIGH RESISTANCE TO TURNING LEFT, FOLLOWED BY UNINTENDED POWER ASSIST TO THE RIGHT. IN ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOWER PINION BEARING UNLESS INSPECT OF THE EXISTING BEARING INDICATES THAT REPLACEMENT OF THE GEAR ASSEMBLY IS NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03062.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V069000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950401 - 19951001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 43213 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960422 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960419 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960422 |
Defect Summary:
THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE LINE CAN CONTACT THE TRANSAXLE MOUNTING BRACKET OR ATTACHMENT BOLT.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKE LINE TO WEAR THROUGH, RESULTING IN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND EVENTUAL LOSS OF ONE-HALF OF THE VEHICLE'S BRAKE SYSTEM, INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE FOR PROPER BRAKE LINE CLEARANCE AND REPOSITION THOSE BRAKE LINES FOUND TO HAVE LESS THAN MINIMAL CLEARANCE. ADDITIONALLY, THOSE BRAKE LINES FOUND TO HAVE AN INDENTATION CAUSED BY THE CONTACT WILL BE REPLACED AND PROPERLY ROUTED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; LINES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950701 - 19960501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 275811 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960708 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960701 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960708 |
Defect Summary:
A BACKFIRE DURING ENGINE STARTING CAN CAUSE BREAKAGE OF THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A NO-START CONDITION AND POSSIBLY AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING. UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN REPAIR IS MADE, THE VEHICLE HOOD SHOULD BE SHUT WHENEVER STARTING THE VEHICLE TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L V6 ENGINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATIONS BEGAN DURING JULY 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 98V306000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19941101 - 19950131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 111470 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19981218 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19981201 |
Record Creation Date: | 19981203 |
Defect Summary:
THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM CAN FRACTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DURING DECEMBER 1998. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V065000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950201 - 19950228 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 50709 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970513 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970418 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970501 |
Defect Summary:
THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM CAN FRACTURE AND INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT CAN OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 13, 1997. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V030000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19941001 - 19941001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 420 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950216 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950227 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950227 |
Defect Summary:
THE FOUR (4) STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS WERE UNDER TORQUED DURING ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
INADEQUATE TORQUE CAN CAUSE THESE BOLTS TO VIBRATE, LOOSEN, OR FALL OUT RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL RETORQUE THE STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING; COLUMN.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V152000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910601 - 19950201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 83247 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950907 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950808 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950821 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
INCORRECT CLEAR FRONT SIDE MARKER BULBS WERE INSTALLED RATHER THAN AMBER BULBS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: DURING ILLUMINATION, THE BULBS WILL SHOW CLEAR RATHER THAN AMBER AND COULD MOMENTARILY CONFUSE OTHER DRIVERS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP; SIDE MARKER LIGHTS; FMVSS NO. 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THE VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V061000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930601 - 19941001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 199572 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950323 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950322 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950331 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR WHEEL BRAKE HOSE(S) CAN CONTACT THE REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CAUSING THE BRAKE HOSE(S) TO WEAR THROUGH.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND EVENTUAL LOSS OF THE VEHICLE BRAKING SYSTEM INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR PROPER BRAKE HOSE POSITION AND REPLACE THOSE HOSES IN AN INCORRECT POSITION WITH NEW HOSES AND CORRECTLY ROUTED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; LINES; HOSE; NON-METALLIC.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V229000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19940901 - 19940901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1022 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19941130 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19941121 |
Record Creation Date: | 19941130 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
THE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH AN INCORRECT FRONT PARK/TURN SIGNAL BULB WHICH DOES NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT CANDLE POWER. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: OPERATORS COULD FAIL TO NOTICE AND HEED THE WARNING LABELS. REDUCES CANDLE POWER ON THE PARK/TURN LIGHTS DECREASES THE LIKLIHOOD OF VEHICLE OPERATOR'S INTENT BEING SEEN BY OTHER MOTORISTS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INCORRECT BULB WITH THE CORRECT BULB.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP OR SOCKET; PARK LIGHTS; FMVSS 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF THE VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V017000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930601 - 19940831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 349331 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970306 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970211 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970226 |
Defect Summary:
SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A STRAINED OR SEPARATED WASHER/WIPER SWITCH POWER FEED WIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CAN CAUSE THE WINDSHIELD WASHER/WIPER TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY AND COULD ULTIMATELY RESULT IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR IN A SEVERE WEATHER SITUATION, DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE OLD DESIGNED WASHER/WIPER SWITCHES WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED SWITCH.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 1997. NOTES:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V171000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 58 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19940601 - 19950731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 268146 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20001229 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000703 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000707 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. CORROSION OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR'S INTERNAL WIRING, WHICH CAN OCCUR OVER TIME, COULD CAUSE THE INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG. THIS DEPLOYMENT COULD OCCUR DURING VEHICLE START-UP, WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED OR IDLING, OR WHILE IN OPERATION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE CONSUMER IS TOO CLOSE TO AN INFLATING AIR BAG, SERIOUS INJURIES COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INFLATORS ON THESE AIR BAGS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFCATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT GM CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE AT 1-877-250-1790, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V152000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910601 - 19950201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 83247 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950907 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950808 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950821 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
INCORRECT CLEAR FRONT SIDE MARKER BULBS WERE INSTALLED RATHER THAN AMBER BULBS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: DURING ILLUMINATION, THE BULBS WILL SHOW CLEAR RATHER THAN AMBER AND COULD MOMENTARILY CONFUSE OTHER DRIVERS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP; SIDE MARKER LIGHTS; FMVSS NO. 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THE VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V061000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930601 - 19941001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 199572 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950323 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950322 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950331 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR WHEEL BRAKE HOSE(S) CAN CONTACT THE REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CAUSING THE BRAKE HOSE(S) TO WEAR THROUGH.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND EVENTUAL LOSS OF THE VEHICLE BRAKING SYSTEM INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR PROPER BRAKE HOSE POSITION AND REPLACE THOSE HOSES IN AN INCORRECT POSITION WITH NEW HOSES AND CORRECTLY ROUTED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; LINES; HOSE; NON-METALLIC.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V017000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930601 - 19940831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 349331 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970306 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970211 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970226 |
Defect Summary:
SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A STRAINED OR SEPARATED WASHER/WIPER SWITCH POWER FEED WIRE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CAN CAUSE THE WINDSHIELD WASHER/WIPER TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY AND COULD ULTIMATELY RESULT IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR IN A SEVERE WEATHER SITUATION, DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE OLD DESIGNED WASHER/WIPER SWITCHES WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED SWITCH.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 1997. NOTES:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V152000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910601 - 19950201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 83247 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950907 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950808 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950821 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
INCORRECT CLEAR FRONT SIDE MARKER BULBS WERE INSTALLED RATHER THAN AMBER BULBS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: DURING ILLUMINATION, THE BULBS WILL SHOW CLEAR RATHER THAN AMBER AND COULD MOMENTARILY CONFUSE OTHER DRIVERS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP; SIDE MARKER LIGHTS; FMVSS NO. 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THE VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SEATS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 93V035000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930201 - 19930201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5574 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19930303 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19930309 |
Record Creation Date: | 19930325 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 207 |
Defect Summary:
THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT SEAT MANUAL RECLINING MECHANISMS DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS." THE SEAT BACK MECHANISMS WILL NOT LATCH UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
Consequence Summary:
THE SEATS MAY RECLINE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, RESULTINGIN A HAZARD TO SEAT OCCUPANTS AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE MANUAL SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM WITH A MECHANISM THAT COMPLIES WITH FMVSS 207.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FRONT SEAT MANUAL RECLINER MECHANISMS; FMVSS 207.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19911001 - 19911101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 10141 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19911129 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19911206 |
Record Creation Date: | 19911216 |
Defect Summary:
THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSMISSION TO REMAIN IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFT INDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL GEAR POSITION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE TRANSMISSION REMAINS IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFTINDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AND RESULTIN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: TRANSMISSION AND TRANSMISSION SHIFT INDICATOR.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1992 "A" AND "W" BODY PASSENGER CARS WITH 4-SPEEDAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V152000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900801 - 19920701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 83247 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950907 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950808 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950821 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
INCORRECT CLEAR FRONT SIDE MARKER BULBS WERE INSTALLED RATHER THAN AMBER BULBS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: DURING ILLUMINATION, THE BULBS WILL SHOW CLEAR RATHER THAN AMBER AND COULD MOMENTARILY CONFUSE OTHER DRIVERS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP; SIDE MARKER LIGHTS; FMVSS NO. 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THE VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V189000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 00061/00065 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 713435 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000928 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000711 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000712 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WHERE ROAD SALT USE IS HEAVY. A CONDITION WHERE ONE OR BOTH FRONT ENGINE CRADLE BOLTS CAN PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINERS.
Consequence Summary:
IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE FRONT OF THE CRADLE WOULD NO LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COULD SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AND REAR FRAME/CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 28, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V058000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 97016 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900801 - 19901130 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 676535 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970611 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970408 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970417 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT AND WISCONSIN. THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINER. IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE REAR CRADLE WOULD NOT LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THESE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 1997.NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V152000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900801 - 19920701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 83247 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950907 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950808 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950821 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
INCORRECT CLEAR FRONT SIDE MARKER BULBS WERE INSTALLED RATHER THAN AMBER BULBS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: DURING ILLUMINATION, THE BULBS WILL SHOW CLEAR RATHER THAN AMBER AND COULD MOMENTARILY CONFUSE OTHER DRIVERS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLEAR BULBS WITH THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP; SIDE MARKER LIGHTS; FMVSS NO. 108.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THE VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V003000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900201 - 19910201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 347866 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920131 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19920110 |
Record Creation Date: | 19920123 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
THE FRONT DOOR SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOPS MAY BE CRACKED AND ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 208.
Consequence Summary:
THE SEAT OCCUPANT FACES INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THEEVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL REINFORCING PLATES ON THE CRACKED SHOULDER BELT GUIDES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SAFETY BELTS; FMVSS 208.DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLES: PASSENGER VEHICLES; 1991 GM "J" AND "W" MODEL CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890201 - 19900801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 412792 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19910222 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19911002 |
Record Creation Date: | 19910219 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT SHOULDER SAFETY BELT WEBBING MAY SEPARATE AT FRONT BELT UPPER GUIDE LOOPS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE FRONT SEAT.
Consequence Summary:
WEBBING SEPARATION COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING ANDINCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO BELTED FRONT OUTBOARD OCCUPANTS IN A HIGH ENERGYCRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A CONTROLLED ROTATION BRACKET ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE FRONT SEAT BELT GUIDE LOOPS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FRONT SHOULDER SAFETY BELT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 93V145000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19901101 - 19901201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 11432 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19931119 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19930903 |
Record Creation Date: | 19930915 |
Defect Summary:
THE FUEL FEED HOSE CAN PULL OUT OF THE CRIMPED COUPLING AT THE ENGINE END OF THE HOSE ASSEMBLY, CAUSING FUEL LEAKAGE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE COUPLING WERE TO SEPARATE AND AN IGNITION SOURCEIS PRESENT, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW FUEL FEED HOSE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL LINES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH 3.8L V-6 ENGINES.NOTE: IF YOU VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREEOF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT BUICK CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THENATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V185000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890101 - 19900101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 476422 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19901108 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19901016 |
Record Creation Date: | 19901026 |
Defect Summary:
BRAKE STOPLAMPS MAY NOT ILLUMINATE OR, IN SOME CASES, STOPLAMPS WILL NOT STAY ILLUMINATED ALL THE TIME WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED DUE TO A FAULTY STOPLAMP SWITCH. ALSO IN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL, A FAULTY STOPLAMP SWITCH CAN RESULT IN RESUMPTION OF THE CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTION UPON RELEASE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL.
Consequence Summary:
A TRAILING VEHICLE MAY NOT RECOGNIZE A BRAKING ACTIONIN TIME TO RESPOND APPROPRIATELY. ALSO, CRUISE CONTROL WILL REENGAGE UPONRELEASE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND RESUME THE SET SPEED. IN EITHER CASE, IT COULDRESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL AN IMPROVED DESIGN STOPLAMP SWITCH.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKE STOPLAMP SWITCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.NOTE: ALSO SEE NHTSA RECALL 92V086000.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V189000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 00061/00065 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 713435 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000928 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000711 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000712 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WHERE ROAD SALT USE IS HEAVY. A CONDITION WHERE ONE OR BOTH FRONT ENGINE CRADLE BOLTS CAN PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINERS.
Consequence Summary:
IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE FRONT OF THE CRADLE WOULD NO LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COULD SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AND REAR FRAME/CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 28, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V058000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 97016 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19900730 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 676535 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970611 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970408 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970417 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT AND WISCONSIN. THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINER. IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE REAR CRADLE WOULD NOT LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THESE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 1997.NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890201 - 19900801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 412792 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19910222 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19911002 |
Record Creation Date: | 19910219 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT SHOULDER SAFETY BELT WEBBING MAY SEPARATE AT FRONT BELT UPPER GUIDE LOOPS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE FRONT SEAT.
Consequence Summary:
WEBBING SEPARATION COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING ANDINCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO BELTED FRONT OUTBOARD OCCUPANTS IN A HIGH ENERGYCRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A CONTROLLED ROTATION BRACKET ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE FRONT SEAT BELT GUIDE LOOPS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FRONT SHOULDER SAFETY BELT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V115000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 22361 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950614 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950605 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950613 |
Defect Summary:
CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE. IF THESE CRACKS BECOME SEVERE ENOUGH, THE WHEEL WILL COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
IF WHEEL SEPARATION OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OCCURS, AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MANUFACTURING DATE CODES STAMPED ON EACH WHEEL OF THE VEHICLE AND IF A WHEEL FALLS WITHIN THE SPECIFIED DATE CODE RANGE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THAT WHEEL ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: WHEELS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH KELSEY HAYES STEELWHEELS; MODELS RPO PB9 14" AND PG1 15".NOTE: VEHICLES PREVIOUSLY INSPECTED THAT HAD LESS THAN FOUR WHEELS REPLACED IN RECALL CAMPAIGN 94V-041 ARE TO BE REINSPECTED.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME,SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V112000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19891101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 51834 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900703 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900606 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900618 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
OWNERS MANUALS DID NOT FULLY EXPLAIN HOW FRONT SHOULDER BELT COMFORT FEATURE WORKS.
Consequence Summary:
CARS WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 208, AND INCORRECT USE OF SAFETY RESTRAINTS COULD LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS IF AN ACCIDENTSHOULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
INSERT STICKER THAT PROVIDES MISSING INFORMATION IN OWNERS MANUALS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SAFETY BELTS; FMVSS 208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V041000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 198163 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940505 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950328 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950406 |
Defect Summary:
CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE. IF THESE CRACKS BECOME SEVERE ENOUGH, THE WHEEL WILL COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
IF WHEEL SEPARATION OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OCCURS, AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MANUFACTURING CODES STAMPED ON EACH WHEEL OF THE VEHICLE AND IF A WHEEL FALLS WITHIN THE SPECIFIED DATE CODE RANGE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THAT WHEEL ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: WHEELS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH KELSEY HAYES STEEL WHEELS; MODELS RPO PB6 14" AND RPO PG1 15".NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V054000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880301 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 673000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900723 |
Recall Initiated By: | OVSC |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900314 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900719 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHMENT FASTENER MAY PULL THROUGH DOOR MOUNTED ANCHOR PLATE.
Consequence Summary:
SEAT BELT MAY NOT SUSTAIN LOADS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 210, AND IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN A PASSENGER, RESULTING IN INCREASED RISK OF GREATER INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHMENT NUTS AND INSTALL NEW GUIDE COVER.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE; FMVSS 210.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V185000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890101 - 19900101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 476422 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19901108 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19901016 |
Record Creation Date: | 19901026 |
Defect Summary:
BRAKE STOPLAMPS MAY NOT ILLUMINATE OR, IN SOME CASES, STOPLAMPS WILL NOT STAY ILLUMINATED ALL THE TIME WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED DUE TO A FAULTY STOPLAMP SWITCH. ALSO IN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL, A FAULTY STOPLAMP SWITCH CAN RESULT IN RESUMPTION OF THE CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTION UPON RELEASE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL.
Consequence Summary:
A TRAILING VEHICLE MAY NOT RECOGNIZE A BRAKING ACTIONIN TIME TO RESPOND APPROPRIATELY. ALSO, CRUISE CONTROL WILL REENGAGE UPONRELEASE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND RESUME THE SET SPEED. IN EITHER CASE, IT COULDRESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL AN IMPROVED DESIGN STOPLAMP SWITCH.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BRAKE STOPLAMP SWITCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.NOTE: ALSO SEE NHTSA RECALL 92V086000.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V188000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880801 - 19880801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3784 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890113 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19881206 |
Record Creation Date: | 19881215 |
Defect Summary:
FUEL RETURN LINES COULD FRACTURE AND ALLOW FUEL TO LEAK IN THE AREA OF THE FUEL TANK.
Consequence Summary:
IN PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, THIS CONDITION COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL NEW FUEL RETURN PIPE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL RETURN PIPE ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V189000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 00061/00065 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 713435 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000928 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000711 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000712 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WHERE ROAD SALT USE IS HEAVY. A CONDITION WHERE ONE OR BOTH FRONT ENGINE CRADLE BOLTS CAN PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINERS.
Consequence Summary:
IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE FRONT OF THE CRADLE WOULD NO LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COULD SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AND REAR FRAME/CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 28, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V058000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 97016 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880801 - 19890730 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 676535 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970611 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970408 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970417 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT AND WISCONSIN. THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINER. IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE REAR CRADLE WOULD NOT LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THESE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 1997.NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V115000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 22361 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950614 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950605 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950613 |
Defect Summary:
CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE. IF THESE CRACKS BECOME SEVERE ENOUGH, THE WHEEL WILL COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
IF WHEEL SEPARATION OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OCCURS, AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MANUFACTURING DATE CODES STAMPED ON EACH WHEEL OF THE VEHICLE AND IF A WHEEL FALLS WITHIN THE SPECIFIED DATE CODE RANGE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THAT WHEEL ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: WHEELS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH KELSEY HAYES STEELWHEELS; MODELS RPO PB9 14" AND PG1 15".NOTE: VEHICLES PREVIOUSLY INSPECTED THAT HAD LESS THAN FOUR WHEELS REPLACED IN RECALL CAMPAIGN 94V-041 ARE TO BE REINSPECTED.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME,SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V041000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 198163 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940505 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950328 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950406 |
Defect Summary:
CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE. IF THESE CRACKS BECOME SEVERE ENOUGH, THE WHEEL WILL COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
IF WHEEL SEPARATION OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OCCURS, AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MANUFACTURING CODES STAMPED ON EACH WHEEL OF THE VEHICLE AND IF A WHEEL FALLS WITHIN THE SPECIFIED DATE CODE RANGE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THAT WHEEL ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: WHEELS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH KELSEY HAYES STEEL WHEELS; MODELS RPO PB6 14" AND RPO PG1 15".NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V054000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880301 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 673000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900723 |
Recall Initiated By: | OVSC |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900314 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900719 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHMENT FASTENER MAY PULL THROUGH DOOR MOUNTED ANCHOR PLATE.
Consequence Summary:
SEAT BELT MAY NOT SUSTAIN LOADS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 210, AND IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN A PASSENGER, RESULTING IN INCREASED RISK OF GREATER INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHMENT NUTS AND INSTALL NEW GUIDE COVER.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE; FMVSS 210.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V065000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870601 - 19880101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12457 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880422 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880418 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880422 |
Defect Summary:
THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE.
Consequence Summary:
IF PRIMARY LATCH DISENGAGES, HOOD COULD UNEXPECTEDLYOPEN. IF CAR WAS IN MOTION, HOOD COULD CONTACT THE WINDSHIELD, REDUCE THEDRIVERS FORWARD VISION AREA, AND COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE SECONDARY LATCH WITH A NEW LATCH.
Notes:
SYSTEM: HOOD LATCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V109000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880201 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 8328 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880726 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880706 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880714 |
Defect Summary:
TWISTED COMPONENTS COULD ALLOW THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE TO CONTACT THE FENDER LINING/RAIL AREA; OVER TIME THE BRAKE HOSE COULD WEAR THROUGH.
Consequence Summary:
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND A PARTIALLOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE FOR PROPER INSTALLATION AND REPLACE, AS NECESSARY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V045000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870601 - 19871101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 17745 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880415 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880328 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880406 |
Defect Summary:
AN INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE AND THE BELLCRANK CLIP IN THE STEERING COLUMN CAN RESULT IN DISENGAGEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION CABLE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE TRANSMISSION TO BE IN AGEAR OTHER THAN THAT DISPLAYED BY THE SHIFT INDICATOR. THE VEHICLE COULD MOVEIN AN UNEXPECTED DIRECTION AND CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
A NEWLY DESIGNED BELLCRANK CLIP WILL BE INSTALLED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: TRANSMISSION/SHIFT LINKAGE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V189000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 00061/00065 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 713435 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20000928 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000711 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000712 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WHERE ROAD SALT USE IS HEAVY. A CONDITION WHERE ONE OR BOTH FRONT ENGINE CRADLE BOLTS CAN PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINERS.
Consequence Summary:
IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE FRONT OF THE CRADLE WOULD NO LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COULD SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AND REAR FRAME/CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 28, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V058000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 97016 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870501 - 19880730 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 676535 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970611 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970408 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970417 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT AND WISCONSIN. THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINER. IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE REAR CRADLE WOULD NOT LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THESE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 1997.NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V066000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870601 - 19870901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3221 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880429 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880418 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880422 |
Defect Summary:
LOWER CONTROL ARM TO BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT CAN BECOME LOOSE. ALSO, CERTAIN CARS COULD HAVE TIE ROD BALL STUD NUTS THAT WERE NOT PROPERLY TORQUED AND COULD LOOSEN.
Consequence Summary:
CONTINUED OPERATION OF CAR WITH EITHER CONDITION COULDRESULT IN SEPARATION OF THAT JOINT AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND ANACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE BOTH LOWER CONTROL ARMS; ALSO, CHECK TIE ROD BALL STUD NUT TORQUE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING/SUSPENSION.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V040000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870601 - 19871001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 9661 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880413 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880324 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880406 |
Defect Summary:
THE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY HAVE A LOOSE ELECTRICAL CONTACT. THE LOOSE CONTACT CAN OVERHEAT AND MELT THE SURROUNDING PLASTIC CAUSING THE CONTACT TO STICK OPEN.
Consequence Summary:
AN OPEN CONTACT WOULD RENDER THE BRAKE LIGHTS INOPERATIVEWHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. ALSO, THE TRANSMISSION CLUTCH CONTROL ANDCRUISE CONTROL CONTACTS WOULD REMAIN CLOSED. THIS CONDITION WOULD RESULT INCRUISE RESUME UPON BRAKE PEDAL RELEASE IF THE CRUISE CONTROL IS IN THE ONPOSITION. EITHER AN UNEXPECTED CRUISE RESUME OR INOPERATIVE BRAKE LIGHTS COULDRESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
THE ROTARY SOPLAMP SWITCH WILL BE REPLACED ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL/STOP LAMPSWITCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V115000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 22361 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950614 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950605 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950613 |
Defect Summary:
CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE. IF THESE CRACKS BECOME SEVERE ENOUGH, THE WHEEL WILL COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
IF WHEEL SEPARATION OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OCCURS, AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MANUFACTURING DATE CODES STAMPED ON EACH WHEEL OF THE VEHICLE AND IF A WHEEL FALLS WITHIN THE SPECIFIED DATE CODE RANGE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THAT WHEEL ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: WHEELS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH KELSEY HAYES STEELWHEELS; MODELS RPO PB9 14" AND PG1 15".NOTE: VEHICLES PREVIOUSLY INSPECTED THAT HAD LESS THAN FOUR WHEELS REPLACED IN RECALL CAMPAIGN 94V-041 ARE TO BE REINSPECTED.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME,SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V041000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880401 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 198163 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940505 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950328 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950406 |
Defect Summary:
CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE. IF THESE CRACKS BECOME SEVERE ENOUGH, THE WHEEL WILL COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
IF WHEEL SEPARATION OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OCCURS, AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MANUFACTURING CODES STAMPED ON EACH WHEEL OF THE VEHICLE AND IF A WHEEL FALLS WITHIN THE SPECIFIED DATE CODE RANGE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THAT WHEEL ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: WHEELS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH KELSEY HAYES STEEL WHEELS; MODELS RPO PB6 14" AND RPO PG1 15".NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V054000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880301 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 673000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900723 |
Recall Initiated By: | OVSC |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900314 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900719 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHMENT FASTENER MAY PULL THROUGH DOOR MOUNTED ANCHOR PLATE.
Consequence Summary:
SEAT BELT MAY NOT SUSTAIN LOADS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 210, AND IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN A PASSENGER, RESULTING IN INCREASED RISK OF GREATER INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHMENT NUTS AND INSTALL NEW GUIDE COVER.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE; FMVSS 210.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 87V168000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870601 - 19870701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 11936 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19871125 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19871026 |
Record Creation Date: | 19871104 |
Defect Summary:
MANUAL VALVE LINK IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED.
Consequence Summary:
THE VALVE LINK COULD SEPARATE RESULTING IN A GEARSELECTION DIFFERENT FROM WHAT THE DRIVER SELECTS. ALSO, CAR COULD BE STARTEDWITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR ALLOWING VEHICLE TO MOVE IN AN UNANTICIPATEDDIRECTION.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE DETENT LEVER LINK.
Notes:
SYSTEM: TRANSMISSIONVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND WAGONS WITH 200 4R TRANSMISSIONS.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V014000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840701 - 19860501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 179390 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880211 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880108 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880216 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER EXTENDED HEADLAMP USAGE, CIRCUITRY IN THE HEADLAMP SWITCH PANEL MIGHT EXPERIENCE INCREASED RESISTANCE AND EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILDUP.
Consequence Summary:
HEADLIGHTS WOULD CYCLE ON AND OFF. SUDDEN LOSS OFHEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTIMER DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WITH MODIFIED SWITCH.
Notes:
SYSTEM: HEADLAMP SWITCH CIRCUITRY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 87V124000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840801 - 19850601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 261171 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19870827 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19870810 |
Record Creation Date: | 19870817 |
Defect Summary:
SMALL CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE BODY PILLAR AROUND THE DOOR STRIKER BOLT HOLE.
Consequence Summary:
CRACKS WOULD INCREASE LEADING TO DIFFICULTY IN CLOSINGTHE DOOR AND MIGHT ALLOW DOOR TO COME OPEN DURING A CRASH, INCREASINGLIKELIHOOD OF INJURY TO OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL INNER AND OUTER REINFORCEMENT PLATE ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT BODY PILLARS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BODY PILLARVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TWO DOOR PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 86V093000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19850901 - 19860101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2223 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19860926 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19860714 |
Record Creation Date: | 19860722 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 210 |
Defect Summary:
LEFT HANDED DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT ANCHOR PLATE MAY BE UPSIDE DOWN IN LOCK PILLAR SO THAT THE UNTHREADED SLOT OF THE PLATE ALIGNED WITH THE HOLE IN THE LOCK PILLAR. THIS RESULTED IN THE ANCHOR BOLT BEING DRIVEN INTO THE SLOT INSTEAD OF THE THREADED HOLE OF THE ANCHOR PLATE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IN A VEHICLE CRASH, BELT ANCHOR BOLT MAY PULL LOOSE FROM ANCHOR PLATE, THUS FAILING TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 210, SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES, AND INCREASES LIKELIHOOD OF INJURY TO OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A BOLT ANCHOR PLATE REINFORCEMENT AND NEW BOLT, AS NECESSARY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE/FMVSS 210.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH REMOVABLE HATCHROOF OPTION.
BUICK: REGAL: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 86V030000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840601 - 19850401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 135623 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19860307 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19860221 |
Record Creation Date: | 19860226 |
Defect Summary:
THE THROTTLE RETURN SPRING ASSEMBLY MAY FAIL PREVENTING THE THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO THE CLOSED (IDLE) POSITION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: ENGINE SPEED MAY NOT DECREASE AND LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THROTTLE RETURN SPRING.
Notes:
SYSTEM: THROTTLE RETURN SPRING. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 2.5 LITER 4 CYLINDER ENGINES.
BUICK: REGAL: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V154000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840701 - 19840801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 19 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841127 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841127 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841205 |
Defect Summary:
THE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTORS WHICH MAY NOT PERFORM ADEQUATELY DURING A COLLISION.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTORS FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS; FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTOR.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, FAILURE OF A FRONTSEAT BELT RETRACTOR WOULD INCREASE CHANCES OF OCCUPANT INJURY.
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V124000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840401 - 19840901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 10359 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841001 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841010 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841113 |
Defect Summary:
THE TIE RODS ARE PART OF THE STEERING LINKAGE AND TRANSMIT TURNING MOVEMENTS TO THE WHEELS. THE BOLTS THAT FASTEN THE TIE RODS TO THEIR ADJUSTERS MAY NOT BE TIGHT ENOUGH. THIS COULD ALLOW THE TIE ROD TO LOOSEN AND DETACH ITSELF FROM THE ADJUSTER.
Corrective Summary:
THE TIE ROD END BOLTS WILL BE TIGHTENED WITHOUT COST TO THE OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STEERING LINKAGES; TIE RODS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASHCOULD RESULT.
BUICK: REGAL: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V047000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840901 - 19840901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 20 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19850515 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850426 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850501 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 212 |
Defect Summary:
A LOSS OF BONDING ADHESION BETWEEN THE PAINT AND THE WINDSHIELD OPENING AREA COULD ALLOW THE WINDSHIELD TO SEPARATE DURING A 30 MILE PER HOUR FRONTAL BARRIER TEST REQUIRED BY FMVSS 212, WINDSHIELD RETENTION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: WINDSHIELD SEPARATION DURING AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT IN AN UNBELTED OCCUPANT BEING EJECTED FROM THE CAR AND SEVERLY INJURED.
Corrective Summary:
REMOVE AND REINSTALL WINDSHIELD IF A LACK OF PAINT BONDING IS EVIDENT.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. SYSTEM: WINDSHIELD/FMVSS 212.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V014000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840701 - 19860501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 179390 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880211 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880108 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880216 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER EXTENDED HEADLAMP USAGE, CIRCUITRY IN THE HEADLAMP SWITCH PANEL MIGHT EXPERIENCE INCREASED RESISTANCE AND EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILDUP.
Consequence Summary:
HEADLIGHTS WOULD CYCLE ON AND OFF. SUDDEN LOSS OFHEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTIMER DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WITH MODIFIED SWITCH.
Notes:
SYSTEM: HEADLAMP SWITCH CIRCUITRY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V049000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19850201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 196939 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850429 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850501 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR BUMPER MAY FRACTURE DURING A REAR END COLLISION, PUNCTURE THE FUEL TANK, AND CAUSE A FUEL LEAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A FUEL LEAK CREATES THE POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE WHICH COULD RESULT IN BURN INJURIES TO PERSONS IN OR NEAR THE CAR.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE REAR BUMPER BRACKETS AND THE "L" SHAPED REINFORCEMENT WITH A "U" SHAPED FULL REINFORCEMENT.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, EXCEPT THOSE EQUIPPED WITH FULL ALUMINUM REAR BUMPER REINFORCEMENT. SYSTEM: REAR BUMPER/FUEL TANK.
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 87V124000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840801 - 19850601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 261171 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19870827 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19870810 |
Record Creation Date: | 19870817 |
Defect Summary:
SMALL CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE BODY PILLAR AROUND THE DOOR STRIKER BOLT HOLE.
Consequence Summary:
CRACKS WOULD INCREASE LEADING TO DIFFICULTY IN CLOSINGTHE DOOR AND MIGHT ALLOW DOOR TO COME OPEN DURING A CRASH, INCREASINGLIKELIHOOD OF INJURY TO OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL INNER AND OUTER REINFORCEMENT PLATE ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT BODY PILLARS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: BODY PILLARVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TWO DOOR PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: REGAL: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V114000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840701 - 19850401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 6735 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19850926 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850919 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850924 |
Regulation Part Number: | 567 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 0 |
Defect Summary:
THE CERTIFICATION LABEL LOCATED ON THE LEFT FRONT DOOR DID NOT INCLUDE A REQUIRED FEDERAL CERTIFICATION STATEMENT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 567.
Corrective Summary:
LABELS CONTAINING CORRECT INFORMATION ARE BEING MAILED AND SHOULD BE INSTALLED ON THE LEFT FRONT DOOR.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. SYSTEM: CERTIFICATION LABEL (FEDERAL REGULATION 567).
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V024000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840701 - 19840701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 48 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19850315 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850305 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850311 |
Defect Summary:
ONE OF THE THREE STEERING GEAR TO FRAME BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE REQUIRED SPECIFICATION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE STEERING GEAR COULD COME LOOSE FROM THE FRAME CAUSING A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
TIGHTEN THE STEERING GEAR TO FRAME BOLTS.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. SYSTEM: STEERING GEAR ATTACHING BOLTS.
BUICK: REGAL: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V011000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830701 - 19830901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 76586 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19840224 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19840206 |
Record Creation Date: | 19840222 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 207 |
Defect Summary:
SOME VEHICLES HAVE BUCKET SEAT BACK LOCKS THAT DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 207, ANCHORAGE OF SEATS. IN EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BACK LOCK MAY NOT FUNCTION.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECTION OF SEAT BACK LOCKS WILL BE PERFORMED. LOCKS THAT HAVE BENT, BROKEN OR MISSING HOOKS WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TWO DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITHAR9 OR AV5 BUCKET SEATS.SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS, SEAT BACK LOCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE SEAT MAY FOLD FORWARD IN A CRASH, AND WOULDINCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
BUICK: REGAL: STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V049000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19850201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 196939 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850429 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850501 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR BUMPER MAY FRACTURE DURING A REAR END COLLISION, PUNCTURE THE FUEL TANK, AND CAUSE A FUEL LEAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A FUEL LEAK CREATES THE POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE WHICH COULD RESULT IN BURN INJURIES TO PERSONS IN OR NEAR THE CAR.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE REAR BUMPER BRACKETS AND THE "L" SHAPED REINFORCEMENT WITH A "U" SHAPED FULL REINFORCEMENT.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, EXCEPT THOSE EQUIPPED WITH FULL ALUMINUM REAR BUMPER REINFORCEMENT. SYSTEM: REAR BUMPER/FUEL TANK.
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 83V106000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1983 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19820801 - 19830601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4667 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19831025 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19831013 |
Record Creation Date: | 19831021 |
Defect Summary:
THE MASTER CYLINDER REAR BRAKE PIPE, WHICH CARRIES BRAKE FLUID TO THE REAR BRAKES, MAY DEVELOP A LEAK DUE TO EXTENDED CHAFING ON THE AIR CLEANER RESONATOR BRACKET.
Corrective Summary:
IF UPON INSPECTION THE DEALER FINDS THAT THERE IS INADEQUATE CLEARANCE, THE PIPE WILL BE REFORMED TO OBTAIN THE NECESSARY THREE QUARTER INCH SPACE. ONLY THOSE PIPES SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 5.7LITER DIESEL ENGINES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; MASTER CYLINDER, REAR BRAKE PIPE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKINGACTION AT THE REAR WHEELS. LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULDRESULT, PARTICULARLY IN SITUATIONS WHERE MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V012000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810801 - 19811101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 79686 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19820218 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19820103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19820208 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT RETAINER IN THE INJECTION PUMP MAY FAIL. THE THROTTLE VALVE COULD STICK, PREVENTING RETURN TO IDLE AND SHUT DOWN OF THE ENGINE BY THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT ASSEMBLY IN THE INJECTION PUMP AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.7 V8 ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE VALVE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AVEHICLE ACCIDENT.NOTE: IF THROTTLE STICKING OCCURS BEFORE THE VEHICLE HAS RECEIVED THE NECESSARYMODIFICATIONS, THE DRIVER SHOULD SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION TO NEUTRAL, APPLY THESERVICE BRAKES TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A SAFE STOP, THE IGNITION SHOULD BETURNED OFF AND THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP SHOULD BE CALLED FOR ASSISTANCE.
BUICK: REGAL: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V080000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810801 - 19820401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1167 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19820831 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19820824 |
Record Creation Date: | 19820916 |
Defect Summary:
THE FUEL INLET PIPE MAY DEVELOP CRACKS AT THE FLARED END LEADING INTO THE CARBURETOR DUE TO VIBRATIONS IN OPERATION. THESE CRACKS COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSTALL A NEW FUEL INLET PIPE ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TURBO CHARGED V6 ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL INLET PIPE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAYRESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND PERSONAL INJURY TO PASSENGERS.NOTE: PRIOR TO CORRECTION THE OWNER IS ADVISED TO BE ALERT TO EVIDENCE OF SMOKECOMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
BUICK: REGAL: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V009000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 17 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810104 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810113 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810212 |
Defect Summary:
THE STEEL USED IN SOME COMPACT SPARE WHEELS IS TOO THIN. WHILE IN SERVICE THE WHEEL MAY FRACTURE, RESULTING IN A PARTIAL OR COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL AND TIRE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
SPARE WHEELS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNERS WITHIN 60 DAYS OF RECALL NOTIFICATION.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH LIMITED SLIP AXLES ANDCOMPACT SPARE WHEEL ASSEMBLIES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; COMPACT SPARE WHEEL.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF SEPARATION OCCURS DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.
BUICK: REGAL: WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V036000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS:CENTER SECTION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19800901 - 19801001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 6690 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810330 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810323 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810408 |
Defect Summary:
TX HEAVY DUTY WHEELS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH LAMINATED STEEL. THE WHEEL DISC MAY FRACTURE AND THE WHEEL AND TIRE COULD PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEFECTIVE WHEELS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH "TX"HEAVY DUTY WHEELS.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; WHEELS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF SEPARATION OF WHEEL AND TIRE FROM VEHICLE OCCURSWHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL ANDHAVE AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V025000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5821160 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810309 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810225 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810306 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V205000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790801 - 19790801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 227 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790911 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790912 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791212 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACHED THE REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARMS TO THE FRAME AND AXLE MAY BE DEFECTIVE AND THE BOLT HEAD MAY SEPARATE FROM THE BOLT SHANK. THIS COULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COME LOOSE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL REPLACE ALL SUSPECT REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM BOLTS PRIOR TO DELIVERY. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; BOLTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, LOSSOF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V235000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 9 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19791025 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19791023 |
Record Creation Date: | 19800205 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH CLEAR LAMP BULBS INSTEAD OF THE CORRECT AMBER BULBS IN FRONT PARK AND TURN SIGNAL LOCATIONS. AS A RESULT, THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT".
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE CLEAR PARK AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP BULBS WITH AMBER BULBS AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: LIGHTING AND COMMUNICATIONS; TURN SIGNAL LAMPS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE FRONT PARK AND TURN SIGNALS APPEAR WHITE INSTEAD OFAMBER WHEN ILLUMINATED. THIS WOULD ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SAFE OPERATION OF THEVEHICLE AND COULD CONTRIBUTE TO A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V048000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1810000 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850429 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850501 |
Defect Summary:
EXCESSIVE ENLARGEMENT OF THE WHEEL CYLINDER PILOT HOLE IN THE REAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE COULD ALLOW THE WHEEL CYLINDER TO ROTATE AND CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID LEADS TO LOSS OF REAR BRAKE ACTION, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT. FRONT BRAKES WOULD REMAIN OPERATIONAL.
Corrective Summary:
ADD A PART TO PREVENT WHEEL CYLINDER FROM ROTATING.
Notes:
NOTE: OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 1985 AND SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 1985.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MIDSIZE PASSENGER CARS AND SMALL TRUCKS. SYSTEM: REAR BRAKES.
BUICK: REGAL: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V025000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5821160 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810309 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810225 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810306 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V149000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19800701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3100000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841228 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841127 |
Defect Summary:
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE AXLES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE BUFFALO PLANT. IF SO, THEY WILL MAKE AXLE MEASUREMENTS AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE OR MODIFY AFFECTED AXLE COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790601 - 19790601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 55 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790921 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790918 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791212 |
Defect Summary:
THE SHIFT CABLE RETAINING CLIP MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED BACKWARDS OR NOT AT ALL. THE PURPOSE OF THIS SPRING CLIP IS TO SECURE THE LOWER END OF THE SHIFT CABLE HOUSING TO THE TRANSMISSION. IF THE CLIP IS BACKWARD OR MISSING, THE CONSOLE SHIFT LEVER MAY NOT SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION AND/OR THE TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR MAY INDICATE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS IN THE "PARK" OR "P" POSITION WHEN IT IS NOT.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY CORRECT THE SHIFT CABLE RETAINING CLIP INSTALLATION AT NO CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR LEAVES HIS/HER VEHICLE WITHOUTENGAGING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND BELIEVING THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS IN PARK,THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AND HIT OTHER VEHICLES OR PERSONS IN ITS PATH CAUSINGSERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
BUICK: REGAL: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V025000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5821160 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810309 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810225 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810306 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V149000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19800701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3100000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841228 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841127 |
Defect Summary:
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE AXLES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE BUFFALO PLANT. IF SO, THEY WILL MAKE AXLE MEASUREMENTS AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE OR MODIFY AFFECTED AXLE COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V142000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19781201 - 19790101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15328 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790606 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WHICH IS OPERATED BY THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH AN INCORRECT LUBRICANT ON THE ACTUATING PLUNGER. THIS CAN CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE STOPLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE AND THE CRUISE CONTROL, IF ACTIVATED, TO STAY ELECTRICALLY ENGAGED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: LIGHTING AND COMMUNICATIONS; SWITCH BUTTON RING, BRAKE LIGHTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: WITH INOPERATIVE BRAKE LIGHTS, A VEHICLE APPROACHINGFROM THE REAR WOULD NOT BE AWARE THAT BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED. ALSO, IF THECRUISE CONTROL FAILS TO AUTOMATICALLY DISENGAGE THROUGH BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION,VEHICLE MAY ACCELERATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. EITHER CONDITION COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED NOT TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL UNTIL IT HAS BEENINSPECTED BY DEALER.
BUICK: REGAL: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V139000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 333619 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780619 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO THE ENGINE. IF THE HOOD IS OPEN WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE FREE TO FLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING; FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAN FAILURE COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS IN THEENGINE AREA, OR PERSONAL INJURY TO BYSTANDERS IF THE HOOD IS OPEN AT THE TIME.NOTE: THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE SERVICED WITH THE HOOD OPEN AND THE ENGINERUNNING UNTIL THE DEFECT IS CORRECTED.
BUICK: REGAL: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V018000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 100 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780118 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 110 |
Defect Summary:
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS", IN THAT THE TIRE PLACARD DOES NOT CONTAIN LEGIBLE TIRE SIZE INFORMATION.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR THE OWNER TO INSTALL, OR FOR DEALER INSTALLATION, IF PREFERRED.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; CERTIFICATION LABELS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE OWNER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE TIRE LABEL TOSELECT REPLACEMENT TIRES. TIRES OF INADEQUATE LOADING CAPACITY MAY BE SELECTED.THIS COULD LEAD TO AN OVERLAODED VEHICLE, TIRE FAILURE, LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROLAND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V048000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1810000 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850429 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850501 |
Defect Summary:
EXCESSIVE ENLARGEMENT OF THE WHEEL CYLINDER PILOT HOLE IN THE REAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE COULD ALLOW THE WHEEL CYLINDER TO ROTATE AND CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID LEADS TO LOSS OF REAR BRAKE ACTION, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT. FRONT BRAKES WOULD REMAIN OPERATIONAL.
Corrective Summary:
ADD A PART TO PREVENT WHEEL CYLINDER FROM ROTATING.
Notes:
NOTE: OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 1985 AND SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 1985.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MIDSIZE PASSENGER CARS AND SMALL TRUCKS. SYSTEM: REAR BRAKES.
BUICK: REGAL: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V175000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1896222 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790824 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790723 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS, THESE VEHICLES CAN EXPERIENCE TEMPERATURES IN THE FRONT WHEEL OUTER BEARING AREA WHICH CAN AFFECT THE WHEEL BEARING GREASE. THIS CAN RESULT IN INADEQUATE LUBRICATION OF THE BEARING. THIS CONDITION MAY BE FURTHER AGGRAVATED BY IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT OF THE FRONT WHEEL SPINDLE NUT.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSTALL NEW FRONT WHEEL OUTER BEARINGS PACKED WITH GREASE AND THE SPINDLE WILL BE COATED WITH LUBRICANT. NEW GREASE RETAINER CAPS WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED TO MAINTAIN GREASE IN OUTER BEARING. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; WHEELS; BEARING GREASE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE ALONG WITHINADEQUATE LUBRICATION MAY CAUSE FAILURE OF THE FRONT WHEEL OUTER BEARING ANDTHE SPINDLE. LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT MAY RESULT.NOTE: BEARING AND SPINDLE FAILURE MAY BE PRECEDED BY A NOTICEABLE VIBRATION ANDNOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE.
BUICK: REGAL: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V025000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5821160 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810309 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810225 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810306 |
Defect Summary:
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V149000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19800701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3100000 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841228 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841127 |
Defect Summary:
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE AXLES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE BUFFALO PLANT. IF SO, THEY WILL MAKE AXLE MEASUREMENTS AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE OR MODIFY AFFECTED AXLE COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V138000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770101 - 19770401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 265068 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780626 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS MAY CONTAIN A FLAW IN THE METAL. THIS FLAW COULD ALLOW THE SHAFT TO BREAK AND THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL REPLACE ONE OR BOTH REAR AXLE SHAFTS, IF NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; AXLE/SHAFT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SHOULD SEPARATION OCCUR WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.NOTE: DRIVER SHOULD AVOID FAST CORNERING, RAPID ACCELERATION, OR ANY TYPE OFDRIVING WHICH MAY PRODUCE ABNORMALLY HEAVY LOADS ON THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS UNTILTHE VEHICLE CAN BE INSPECTED.
BUICK: REGAL: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V132000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 55564 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760830 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760907 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATESHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH COUPLING RETAINER LOCKING TABS NOT BENT OVERPROPERLY OR ONE OR MORE OF THE LOWER FLEXIBLE COUPLING RIVETS IMPROPERLYPEENED.IF EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS EXISTS, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLYCOULD SEPARATE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, AND VEHICLE CRASH MAY OCCURWITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING, AND REPLACING SHAFT WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: REGAL: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V147000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 505 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760921 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-2.V6 ENGINE ONLY AND AIR CONDITIONINGPOSSIBILITY THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR FEED WIRES WERE ROUTED ACROSS THE TOP OF THECOMPRESSOR-DELCOTRON SUPPORT STRUT.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS THE INSULATION ONWIRE MAY WEAR THROUGH.SHOULD THIS HAPPEN, THE BLOWER CIRCUIT MAY BE SHORTCIRCUITED TO GROUND CAUSING THE FUSIBLE LINK IN THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS TOOPEN THE CIRCUIT.THIS WILL CAUSE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING AND AFFECT TAILLIGHTSAND WINDSHIELD WIPERS.THE HEADLIGHTS, HOWEVER, WILL OPERATE AS LONG ASBATTERY POWER IS AVAILABLE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND RE-ROUTING WIRING WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: REGAL: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V016000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3011 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760206 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760210 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 76-C-2.OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 76-C-3.EQUIPPED WITH 350AND 375B AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STOP TANG FOR INNER GEARSELECTOR LINK LOCATED IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE IMPROPERLY LOCATED.AS ARESULT, THE GEAR POSITIONS INDICATED BY THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR MAY DIFFERFROM THE ACTUAL GEAR POSITION OF THE TRANSMISSION.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS,THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE IN A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR WHEN THE INDICATOR SHOWSNEUTRAL POSITION AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING COULD OCCUR.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND REPLACING SELECTOR CODE RANGE AND INNER SELECTOR LEVERS ASREQUIRED.)
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 39278 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19751223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19751219 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 76C04, PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO. 76C7, OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO.76C1, BUICK CAMPAIGN NO. 76C1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE COMBINATION VALVE, WHICHIS A PART OF THE HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLYMANUFACTURED AND COULD MALFUNCTION.SHOULD THIS CONDITION OCCUR WHILE VEHICLEIS IN MOTION AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED.A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGVALVE WHERE NECESSARY.) PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS.
BUICK: REGAL: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V140000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2562 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740904 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-2.OTHERS N/A.POSSIBILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHROCHESTER 4 BBL.QUADRAJET CARBURETORS MAY HAVE HAD AN INCORRECT FAST IDLE CAMFOLLOWER LEVER INSTALLED.THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE BINDING ON THE SECONDARYTHROTTLE PLATE LOCK OUT LEVER AT THE WIDE OPEN THROTTLE AND NOT ALLOW THEENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE.SUCH A CONDITION COULD MAKE A VEHICLE DIFFICULT TOCONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING CARBURETOR FOUND WITH ANINCORRECT LEVER.)
BUICK: REGAL: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V032000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 220982 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750220 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750219 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE AND BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-7.CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-08.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-9.DATES OF MANUFACTURE FOR CHEVROLET, BUICK,OLDSMOBILE AND GMC ARE SEPT THRU NOV 1974.PONTIAC DATES ARE SEPT 1974 THRUJAN 1975.NO STATION WAGONS ARE INVOLVED.POSSIBILITY THAT THE REAR AXLE WASASSEMBLED WITH REAR AXLE SHAFT OUTER BEARING (REAR WHEEL BEARING) WITH THRUSTPLATES THAT WERE NOT HEAT TREATED.IF THE INNER OR OUTER THRUST PLATES OFTHESE BEARINGS ARE NOT HARDENED, THE ROLLERS CAN WEAR THROUGH AND ALLOW THEREAR AXLE SHAFT TO MOVE WITH RESPECT TO AXLE HOUSING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTINGAND REPLACING AXLE ASSEMBLIES WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: REGAL: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V027000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | REGAL |
Model Year: | 1973 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1218387 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19740218 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740215 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-5.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-3.GMC TRUCK CAMPAIGNNO 74-C-06.CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-11.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-5.POSSIBILITY THAT THE SINGLE DIAPHRAGM BRAKE VACUUM POWER BOOSTER WAS ASSEMBLEDWITH DEMENSIONAL DESCREPANCIES IN THE VACUUM POWER BOOSTER HOUSING WHICH MAYREDUCE THE TORQUE REQUIRED TO UNLOCK THE FRONT HALF OF THE HOUSING FROM THEREAR HALF.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE LOW UNLOCKING TORQUE COUPLED WITHOTHER VARIATIONS IN THE ASSEMBLY MAY CAUSE HOUSING TO ROTATE AND DISENGAGE FROMTHE LOCKING TABS RESULTING IN SEPARATION OF THE TWO HALVES OF THE BOOSTER ANDCOMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND STAKING THE HOUSING AT TWOPOINTS TO PRECLUDE ROTATION OF THE HOUSING.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06V417000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6102 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20050601 - 20050831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 794 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061106 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20061031 |
Record Creation Date: | 20061101 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, THE FRONT AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE MAY BE DISABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE ENABLED, OR ENABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE DISABLED. IN EITHER CASE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT REQUIRES AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, A FRONT PASSENGER'S LEVEL OF INJURY MAY BE INCREASED.
Corrective Summary:
BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED IN GM'S LETTER TO OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 6, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT GM AT 1-877-477-1022 TO BEGIN THE PROCESS OF REPURCHASING THEIR VEHICLE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06102.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06V417000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6102 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20040601 - 20050531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 794 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061106 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20061031 |
Record Creation Date: | 20061101 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, THE FRONT AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE MAY BE DISABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE ENABLED, OR ENABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE DISABLED. IN EITHER CASE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT REQUIRES AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, A FRONT PASSENGER'S LEVEL OF INJURY MAY BE INCREASED.
Corrective Summary:
BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED IN GM'S LETTER TO OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 6, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT GM AT 1-877-477-1022 TO BEGIN THE PROCESS OF REPURCHASING THEIR VEHICLE.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06102.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V150000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3030 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20030301 - 20040331 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 103956 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040621 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040329 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040331 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, A STRUCTURAL SUPPORT AT THE LATCH ATTACHMENT IN THE REAR LIFTGATE MAY BE INADEQUATE TO RETAIN THE LATCH TO THE LIFTGATE IN CERTAIN SEVERE VEHICLE CRASH EVENTS.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE LIFTGATE WERE TO OPEN IN A VEHICLE CRASH, AN OCCUPANT COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN INCREASED RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL ADD STRUCTURAL REINFORCEMENTS TO THE LIFTGATE IN THE AREA ADJOINING THE LATCH ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE BEGAN ON JUNE 21, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080. THIS IS AN EXPANSION TO A PREVIOUS RECALL (03V211).
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03030.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 05V157000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 5014 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20031001 - 20040331 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 34186 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20050504 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20050420 |
Record Creation Date: | 20050420 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, CONTAMINATION ON IGNITION RELAY CONTACTS CAN CAUSE HIGH RESISTANCE. THIS CAN AFFECT SIGNALS TO THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE AND, COULD CAUSE INTERMITTENT VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY TIME.
Consequence Summary:
THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE RESTARTED IMMEDIATELY. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, IT COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION RELAY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 4, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 AND BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 05014. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07V349000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6230 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20030501 - 20031130 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 20594 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071204 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20070808 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070808 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, VARIATIONS IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OR EXPOSURE TO HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES MAY LEAD TO FRACTURE OF THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE (ICV).
Consequence Summary:
A FRACTURE MAY ALLOW FUEL VAPORS TO PASS THROUGH AND ALLOW DROPLETS OF FUEL TO ACCUMULATE ON THE SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. THE RECALL WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES WITH THE FIRST PHASE BEGINNING ON DECEMBER 4, 2007. THE SECOND PHASE WILL BE MAILED ON DECEMBER 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668. THE VEHICLE POPULATION INCLUDES BUICK RENDEZVOUS AND PONTIAC AZTEK VEHICLE BUILT IN MAY 2003; CHEVROLET VENTURE AND PONTIAC MONTANA VEHICLES BUILT FROM JUNE THROUGH AUGUST 2002; AND ALL VEHICLES REGISTERED IN NEVADA, ARIZONA, VIRGIN ISLANDS, PUERTO RICO, AND HAWAII.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06230.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 03V454000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2004 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3055 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20030901 - 20030930 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 79 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20031104 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20031110 |
Record Creation Date: | 20031118 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A WELD BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE AND THE FUEL TANK CAN FAIL.
Consequence Summary:
IF THESE PARTS SEPARATE, THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE AN ODOR OF FUEL, THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON OR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE, AND/OR FUEL MAY LEAK ONTO THE GROUND. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SERIAL NUMBER OF THE FUEL TANK TO SEE IF IT IS ON THE LIST OF AFFECTED TANKS. IF THE SERIAL NUMBER MATCHES, THE FUEL TANK WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 4, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03055.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 03V051000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3008 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020701 - 20021031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 130 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20030311 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20030214 |
Record Creation Date: | 20030224 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG THAT MAY NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAG INFLATOR COULD RUPTURE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS COULD RESULT IN REDUCED CAPABILITY OF THE AIR BAG TO PROTECT THE DRIVER. ALSO IF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURED, PIECES OF THE INFLATOR COULD STRIKE AND INJURE THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW DRIVER'S AIR BAG. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 11, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03008. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 03V052000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3009 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20030113 - 20030203 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4512 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20030207 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20030220 |
Record Creation Date: | 20030224 |
Defect Summary:
IN SOME OF THESE SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE DIAMETER OF THE STEERING COLUMN INTERMEDIATE SHAFT IS TOO SMALL.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO SPIN INSIDE THE STEERING COLUMN COUPLING, RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING, A CRASH COULD RESULTING WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY, THE STEERING COLUMN INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON FEBRUARY 7, 2003, WITH A FOLLOW-UP LETTER ON FEBRUARY 11, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03009. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V150000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3030 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020901 - 20030531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 103956 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040621 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040329 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040331 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, A STRUCTURAL SUPPORT AT THE LATCH ATTACHMENT IN THE REAR LIFTGATE MAY BE INADEQUATE TO RETAIN THE LATCH TO THE LIFTGATE IN CERTAIN SEVERE VEHICLE CRASH EVENTS.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE LIFTGATE WERE TO OPEN IN A VEHICLE CRASH, AN OCCUPANT COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN INCREASED RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL ADD STRUCTURAL REINFORCEMENTS TO THE LIFTGATE IN THE AREA ADJOINING THE LATCH ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE BEGAN ON JUNE 21, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080. THIS IS AN EXPANSION TO A PREVIOUS RECALL (03V211).
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03030.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 03V250000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 3039 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020401 - 20030531 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1707825 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20030820 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20030715 |
Record Creation Date: | 20030724 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 225 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN MINIVANS, PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEM." THE OWNER'S MANUAL DOES NOT EXPLAIN THE MEANING OF THE LOCATION SYMBOLS FOR THE CHILD RESTRAINT LOWER UNIVERSAL ANCHORAGE SYSTEM.
Consequence Summary:
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENT FOR THEIR OWNER'S MANUAL. THIS SUPPLEMENT DESCRIBES AND SHOWS THE LOCATION SYMBOLS FOR THE CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORS THAT ARE LOCATED IN THE VEHICLE AND ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT OR BOOSTER CUSHION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 18, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 03039.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V222000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2032 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020501 - 20020731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 133221 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20020815 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20020809 |
Record Creation Date: | 20020814 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER, MINI VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG INFLATOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THAT COULD FRACTURE AT A WELD DURING A DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence Summary:
PIECES OF THE INFLATOR COULD STRIKE AND INJURE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND THE AIR BAG CUSHION WOULD NOT INFLATE FULLY, REDUCING THE CAPABILITY OF THE BAG TO PROTECT THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE AIR BAG MODULE ASSEMBLY ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 02032. ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07V349000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6230 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020601 - 20030430 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 20594 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071204 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20070808 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070808 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, VARIATIONS IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OR EXPOSURE TO HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES MAY LEAD TO FRACTURE OF THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE (ICV).
Consequence Summary:
A FRACTURE MAY ALLOW FUEL VAPORS TO PASS THROUGH AND ALLOW DROPLETS OF FUEL TO ACCUMULATE ON THE SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. THE RECALL WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES WITH THE FIRST PHASE BEGINNING ON DECEMBER 4, 2007. THE SECOND PHASE WILL BE MAILED ON DECEMBER 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668. THE VEHICLE POPULATION INCLUDES BUICK RENDEZVOUS AND PONTIAC AZTEK VEHICLE BUILT IN MAY 2003; CHEVROLET VENTURE AND PONTIAC MONTANA VEHICLES BUILT FROM JUNE THROUGH AUGUST 2002; AND ALL VEHICLES REGISTERED IN NEVADA, ARIZONA, VIRGIN ISLANDS, PUERTO RICO, AND HAWAII.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06230.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2003 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V222000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2032 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20020501 - 20020731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 133221 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20020815 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20020809 |
Record Creation Date: | 20020814 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER, MINI VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG INFLATOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THAT COULD FRACTURE AT A WELD DURING A DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence Summary:
PIECES OF THE INFLATOR COULD STRIKE AND INJURE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND THE AIR BAG CUSHION WOULD NOT INFLATE FULLY, REDUCING THE CAPABILITY OF THE BAG TO PROTECT THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE AIR BAG MODULE ASSEMBLY ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 02032. ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07V349000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 6230 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20010201 - 20020630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 20594 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071204 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20070808 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070808 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, VARIATIONS IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OR EXPOSURE TO HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES MAY LEAD TO FRACTURE OF THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE (ICV).
Consequence Summary:
A FRACTURE MAY ALLOW FUEL VAPORS TO PASS THROUGH AND ALLOW DROPLETS OF FUEL TO ACCUMULATE ON THE SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. THE RECALL WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES WITH THE FIRST PHASE BEGINNING ON DECEMBER 4, 2007. THE SECOND PHASE WILL BE MAILED ON DECEMBER 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668. THE VEHICLE POPULATION INCLUDES BUICK RENDEZVOUS AND PONTIAC AZTEK VEHICLE BUILT IN MAY 2003; CHEVROLET VENTURE AND PONTIAC MONTANA VEHICLES BUILT FROM JUNE THROUGH AUGUST 2002; AND ALL VEHICLES REGISTERED IN NEVADA, ARIZONA, VIRGIN ISLANDS, PUERTO RICO, AND HAWAII.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 06230.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RENDEZVOUS: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RENDEZVOUS |
Model Year: | 2002 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RIVIERA: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V204000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950301 - 19950801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 32869 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19951023 |
Record Creation Date: | 19951101 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 114 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A MALFUNCTION ALARM, LIGHTING AND LOCKING (MALL) MODULE THAT CAN CONTAIN A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THE CAPACITOR IS DAMAGED, THE "KEY IN THE IGNITION" WARNING CHIME AND THE DRIVER SEAT BELT UNBUCKLED WARNING CHIME AND INDICATOR LAMP MAY NOT WORK. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION" AND FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." IN ADDITION, OTHER CHIME REMINDER FUNCTIONS, INTERIOR LIGHTING CONTROLS, AND POWER DOOR LOCKING FEATURES ARE ALSO AFFECTED.
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE; THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE AWARE THAT THE KEY WAS LEFT IN THE IGNITION OR THAT THE SAFETY BELT WAS NOT BUCKLED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACE THE MALL MODULE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION; ANTI-THEFT; FMVSS NO. 114 AND NO. 208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: RIVIERA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V116000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950701 - 19960501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 275811 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960708 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960701 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960708 |
Defect Summary:
A BACKFIRE DURING ENGINE STARTING CAN CAUSE BREAKAGE OF THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A NO-START CONDITION AND POSSIBLY AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING. UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN REPAIR IS MADE, THE VEHICLE HOOD SHOULD BE SHUT WHENEVER STARTING THE VEHICLE TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L V6 ENGINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATIONS BEGAN DURING JULY 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737; OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V057000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 23 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930901 - 19950630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 85253 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20001115 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20000228 |
Record Creation Date: | 20000229 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SHOULDER BELT(S) DO NOT RETRACT. A RETAINER COULD SEPARATE FROM A REAR SEAT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR WHICH RESULTS IN THE RETRACTOR RETURN SPRING BECOMING DISENGAGED.
Consequence Summary:
IN A CRASH, AN OCCUPANT MAY RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES IF THERE IS EXCESSIVE SLACK IN THE SHOULDER BELT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH REAR SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS FOR CORRECT FUNCTION AND INSTALL A SPRING COVER RETAINING STRAP TO EACH RETRACTOR. IF A RETRACTOR DOES NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 00023.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 15, 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537 OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: RIVIERA: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890301 - 19920701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 113343 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950621 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950531 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950601 |
Defect Summary:
THE FRONT OUTER SHOULDER BELT WEB SEW STOP CAN BECOME STUCK IN THE RETRACTOR. THE BELT CAN BE DIFFICULT TO PULL OUT OF THE RETRACTOR AND SOME OCCUPANTS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO FASTEN THE BELT.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THEIR RESTRAINT SYSTEM RESULTING IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSTALL A WEBBING STOP BUTTON IF THE CUSTOMER REQUESTS REPAIR.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SHOULDER BELTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; ORCADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: RIVIERA: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V157000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 92-C-01 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:RACK AND PINION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910701 - 19910801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2371 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920316 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19910918 |
Record Creation Date: | 19910925 |
Defect Summary:
THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO STEERING RACK LOWER COUPLING PINCH BOLT MAY BE MISSING.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS AND SHAFT DISENGAGEMENT OCCURS, LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WILL BE EXPERIENCED BY THE DRIVER WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL PINCH BOLT.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.NOTE: GENERAL MOTORS HAS IDENTIFIED THIS AS A PRE-DELIVERY RECALL CAMPAIGN. ALLVEHICLES WILL BE CORRECTED BEFORE THEY ARE SOLD.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890301 - 19920701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 113343 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950621 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950531 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950601 |
Defect Summary:
THE FRONT OUTER SHOULDER BELT WEB SEW STOP CAN BECOME STUCK IN THE RETRACTOR. THE BELT CAN BE DIFFICULT TO PULL OUT OF THE RETRACTOR AND SOME OCCUPANTS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO FASTEN THE BELT.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THEIR RESTRAINT SYSTEM RESULTING IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSTALL A WEBBING STOP BUTTON IF THE CUSTOMER REQUESTS REPAIR.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SHOULDER BELTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; ORCADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890301 - 19920701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 113343 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950621 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950531 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950601 |
Defect Summary:
THE FRONT OUTER SHOULDER BELT WEB SEW STOP CAN BECOME STUCK IN THE RETRACTOR. THE BELT CAN BE DIFFICULT TO PULL OUT OF THE RETRACTOR AND SOME OCCUPANTS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO FASTEN THE BELT.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THEIR RESTRAINT SYSTEM RESULTING IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSTALL A WEBBING STOP BUTTON IF THE CUSTOMER REQUESTS REPAIR.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SHOULDER BELTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; ORCADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE WARNING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V158000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE WARNING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890801 - 19900301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 18904 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19911127 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19910913 |
Record Creation Date: | 19910925 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 101 |
Defect Summary:
BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHT MAY NOT LIGHT WHEN IGNITION IS IN THE "ON" POSITION, THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED, AND THE SHIFT SELECTOR IS IN THE PARK OR NEUTRAL GEAR RANGE.
Consequence Summary:
VEHICLES WOULD NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 101AND 105.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE PROM IN THE BODY COMPUTER MODULE TO PREVENT THIS CONDITION FROM OCCURRING.
Notes:
SYSTEM: CONTROL DISPLAYS; FMVSS 101 AND 105.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V028000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890901 - 19891001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 10166 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900312 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900212 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900228 |
Defect Summary:
MISALIGNED REAR SEAT SAFETY BELT SHOULDER RETRACTOR ASSEMBLIES COULD CAUSE PENDULUM INTERFERENCE, CAUSING THE BELT TO REMAIN IN LOCKED POSITION OR TO TRAVEL FREELY WITHOUT LOCKING.
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A PANIC STOP OR ACCIDENT, IF THE BELT RETRACTOR INERTIA LOCK DOES NOT ENGAGE, THE REAR SEAT OCCUPANT WOULD HAVE AN INCREASED LIKELIHOOD OF INJURY.
Corrective Summary:
REALIGN REAR SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: REAR SEAT SHOULDER SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90E043004 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19891101 - 19900701 |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 39 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19901207 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19901030 |
Record Creation Date: | 19901101 |
Defect Summary:
THREADED INFLATOR COMPONENTS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY WHICH MAY ALLOW COMPONENTS TO SEPARATE WHEN INFLATOR RECEIVES A SIGNAL TO DEPLOY THE AIR BAG.
Consequence Summary:
INFLATOR COMPONENT SEPARATION ALLOWS HOT COMBUSTION GASESTO ESCAPE INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURIES TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE AIR BAG MODULES CONTAINING POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE INFLATORS.
Notes:
NOTE:THIS CAMPAIGN WAS INITIATED BY TRW, INC., MANUFACTURER OF THE AIR BAG MODULE SYSTEM:AIR BAG MODULES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER SIDE SUPPLEMENTAL AIRBAG MODULES.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19890301 - 19920701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 113343 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950621 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950531 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950601 |
Defect Summary:
THE FRONT OUTER SHOULDER BELT WEB SEW STOP CAN BECOME STUCK IN THE RETRACTOR. THE BELT CAN BE DIFFICULT TO PULL OUT OF THE RETRACTOR AND SOME OCCUPANTS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO FASTEN THE BELT.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THEIR RESTRAINT SYSTEM RESULTING IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSTALL A WEBBING STOP BUTTON IF THE CUSTOMER REQUESTS REPAIR.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SHOULDER BELTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; ORCADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: RIVIERA: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V164000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900301 - 19900401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 63964 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19901005 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900906 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900918 |
Defect Summary:
TRANSAXLE SHIFT CONTROL CABLE MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE FROM THE FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL WITH LOSS OF GEAR INDICATOR REFERENCE AND SHIFT SELECTOR OPERATION.
Consequence Summary:
DRIVER WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO DETERMINE ACTUAL GEARPOSITION THE TRANSAXLE IS IN, WHICH COULD RESULT IN UNEXPECTED VEHICLE MOVEMENTAND AN ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A TRANSAXLE SHIFT CONTROL CABLE RETAINING CLIP TO PREVENT CABLE DISENGAGEMENT.
Notes:
SYSTEM: TRANSAXLE; SHIFT CONTROL CABLE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V055000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880701 - 19880901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 634 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890421 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890405 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890425 |
Defect Summary:
ONE OR BOTH ABS HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEATED AND COULD LOOSEN.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION OF THE ABSHYDRAULIC UNIT FROM THE MOUNTING BRACKET AND RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKE FUNCTIONAND A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE BOTH ABS HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ANTI-LOCK BRAKE MOUNTING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (ABS).
BUICK: RIVIERA: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V056000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880701 - 19890201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 10535 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890421 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890405 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890425 |
Defect Summary:
LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE MAY CONTACT THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BRACKET.
Consequence Summary:
BRAKE LINE COULD WEAR THROUGH CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKEFLUID AND PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY; THIS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLECRASH.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE/CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 ENGINES ANDANTI-LOCK BRAKES.
BUICK: RIVIERA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RIVIERA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RIVIERA: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V078000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19850301 - 19850601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 65136 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880630 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880510 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880513 |
Defect Summary:
INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE POWER STEERING PUMP PRESSURE HOSE ASSEMBLY AND THE TRANSMISSION GOVERNOR/SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR COULD CAUSE ABRASION OF THE HOSE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS COULD RESULT IN A FLUID LEAK, WITH THE POTENTIAL FORAN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PUMP PRESSURE HOSE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: POWER STEERING PUMP HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RIVIERA: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V078000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19850301 - 19850601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 65136 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880630 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880510 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880513 |
Defect Summary:
INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE POWER STEERING PUMP PRESSURE HOSE ASSEMBLY AND THE TRANSMISSION GOVERNOR/SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR COULD CAUSE ABRASION OF THE HOSE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS COULD RESULT IN A FLUID LEAK, WITH THE POTENTIAL FORAN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PUMP PRESSURE HOSE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: POWER STEERING PUMP HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RIVIERA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: RIVIERA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: RIVIERA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 89V102000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19880201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1755897 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19890720 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19890616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19890725 |
Defect Summary:
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Consequence Summary:
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Notes:
SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES.
BUICK: RIVIERA: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1983 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19820801 - 19821001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5316 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19821115 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19821115 |
Record Creation Date: | 19821118 |
Defect Summary:
DURING WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION, THE NOISE SUPPRESION CAPACITOR IN THE WIPER MOTOR RELAY MAY OVERHEAT.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL MODIFY THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR DELAY RELAY BY REMOVING THE NOISE SUPPRESION CAPACITOR. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DELCO/BOSE RADIO PULSEWIPE FEATURES.SYSTEM: VISUAL; WIPER MOTOR DELAY RELAY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: WIPER MOTOR OVERHEATING CAN CAUSE LOSS OF WINDSHIELDWIPER OPERATION AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE. THIS FIRE MAY SPREAD THROUGHOUT THEPASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE BURN INJURIES TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED NOT TO USE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR DELAY FEATUREUNTIL THE VEHICLE CAN BE CORRECTED. WHEN IT IS NECESSARY TO USE THE WINDSHIELDWIPER SYSTEM, IT SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN THE MEDIUM OR HIGH POSITIONS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V012000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810801 - 19811101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 79686 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19820218 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19820103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19820208 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT RETAINER IN THE INJECTION PUMP MAY FAIL. THE THROTTLE VALVE COULD STICK, PREVENTING RETURN TO IDLE AND SHUT DOWN OF THE ENGINE BY THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT ASSEMBLY IN THE INJECTION PUMP AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.7 V8 ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE VALVE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AVEHICLE ACCIDENT.NOTE: IF THROTTLE STICKING OCCURS BEFORE THE VEHICLE HAS RECEIVED THE NECESSARYMODIFICATIONS, THE DRIVER SHOULD SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION TO NEUTRAL, APPLY THESERVICE BRAKES TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A SAFE STOP, THE IGNITION SHOULD BETURNED OFF AND THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP SHOULD BE CALLED FOR ASSISTANCE.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V073000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810101 - 19810101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 9070 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810612 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810616 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810619 |
Defect Summary:
THE FRONT LEFT UPPER CONTROL ARM NUTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SECURELY TIGHTENED. THE NUTS MAY LOOSEN AND COME OFF AND WITH CONTINUED DRIVING THE CONTROL ARM FRONT BOLT MAY WORK ITS WAY OUT OF POSITION OR BECOME DISPLACED.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STEERING; FRONT LEFT UPPER CONTROL ARM NUTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS MAY CAUSE SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN STEERING CONTROLDURING ACCELERATION AND CORNERING. THOUGH STEERING WILL NOT BE TOTALLY LOST,DEGRADED VEHICLE CONTROL COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.THE FRONT LEFT SIDE UPPER CONTROL ARM NUTS ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES WILL BERETIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATIONS AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
BUICK: RIVIERA: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V002000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19780801 - 19781101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 8534 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790115 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790105 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH CLEAR LAMP BULBS INSTEAD OF THE CORRECT AMBER COLORED BULBS. AS A RESULT, THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT", WHICH REQUIRES THAT THE FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMPS BE AMBER WHEN ILLUMINATED.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSTALL AMBER BULBS IN THE FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMPS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: LIGHTING AND COMMUNICATIONS; LAMP BULBS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: WHITE LIGHTS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SAFE OPERATION OFTHE VEHICLE IN DARKNESS OR IN OTHER CONDITIONS OF REDUCED VISIBILITY. FAILURETO IDENTIFY DIRECTION OF MOVING VEHICLE CAN RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: RIVIERA: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V069000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19781101 - 19781101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 92 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790423 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790313 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 105 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS". AN INCORRECT PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTING SPRING WAS INSTALLED ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. THIS MAY CAUSE INTERFERENCE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE PARKING BRAKES.
Corrective Summary:
THE CALIPER ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES.SYSTEM: PARKING; EMERGENCY BRAKES, MECHANICAL.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE VEHICLE IS PARKED ON AN INCLINE WITH THE PARKINGBRAKE APPLIED AND GEAR SHIFT NOT IN "PARK", IT COULD ROLL FREE, CAUSINGPROPERTY DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY.
BUICK: RIVIERA: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V139000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 333619 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780619 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO THE ENGINE. IF THE HOOD IS OPEN WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE FREE TO FLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING; FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAN FAILURE COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS IN THEENGINE AREA, OR PERSONAL INJURY TO BYSTANDERS IF THE HOOD IS OPEN AT THE TIME.NOTE: THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE SERVICED WITH THE HOOD OPEN AND THE ENGINERUNNING UNTIL THE DEFECT IS CORRECTED.
BUICK: RIVIERA: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V175000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 66632 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19761022 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19761103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO (CHEVROLET) 77C02 (PONTIAC) 77-C-4 (BUICK) 77-C-5.POSSIBILITY THAT THE TURN SIGNAL OPERATING UNIT OR VEHICLES WITH TILT STEERINGCOLUMNS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.108.THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER ACTUATOR PIVOT PIN WHICH MAY WORK OUT OF THE PIVOT,RESULTING IN NOT BEING ABLE TO USE TURN SIGNAL TO ALERT OTHER DRIVERS OF YOURINTENTIONS TO CHANGE LANES OR TURN, CAUSING POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASH.(CORRECTBY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING A RETAINER TO PRECLUDE PIVOT PIN DISENGAGEMENT).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V168000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 158 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19761022 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19761022 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 105 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTORS CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-4.POSSIBILITY THAT AN INCORRECT BRAKECOMBINATION VALVE WAS INSTALLED.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE VEHICLE MAY NOTCOMPLY WITH CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 105-75.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING BRAKE COMBINATION VALVE WHEN NECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: RIVIERA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V214000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1976 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 39278 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19751223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19751219 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 76C04, PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO. 76C7, OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO.76C1, BUICK CAMPAIGN NO. 76C1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE COMBINATION VALVE, WHICHIS A PART OF THE HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLYMANUFACTURED AND COULD MALFUNCTION.SHOULD THIS CONDITION OCCUR WHILE VEHICLEIS IN MOTION AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED.A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGVALVE WHERE NECESSARY.) PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V140000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2562 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19740904 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-2.OTHERS N/A.POSSIBILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHROCHESTER 4 BBL.QUADRAJET CARBURETORS MAY HAVE HAD AN INCORRECT FAST IDLE CAMFOLLOWER LEVER INSTALLED.THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE BINDING ON THE SECONDARYTHROTTLE PLATE LOCK OUT LEVER AT THE WIDE OPEN THROTTLE AND NOT ALLOW THEENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE.SUCH A CONDITION COULD MAKE A VEHICLE DIFFICULT TOCONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING CARBURETOR FOUND WITH ANINCORRECT LEVER.)
BUICK: RIVIERA: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V142000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 687 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750728 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750728 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-12.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-13.POSSIBILITY THAT THECENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY WELDED TO THE RIM.AS ARESULT, RIM COULD SEPARATE FROM CENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL.IF THIS HAPPENSWHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A VEHICLECRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWHEEL WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: RIVIERA: WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 74V217000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS:CENTER SECTION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2578 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19741125 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19741114 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-5.OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-5.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO75-C-4.POSSIBILITY THAT THE CENTER SPIDER SECTION OF THE WHEEL TO RIM MAYSEPARATE DUE TO INADEQUATE WELDING OF THE SPIDER.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING ANDREPLACING WITH NEW WHEEL WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: RIVIERA: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V253000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1973 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19721001 - 19721001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 688 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19721025 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO N/A.POSSIBILITY THAT VEHICLE MAY HAVE BEENASSEMBLED WITH IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED CARBURETOR THROTTLE OPERATING CABLE.IFCONDITION EXISTS, MAY PREVENT THROTTLE FROM CLOSING WHEN DRIVER REMOVES HISFOOT FROM ACCELERATOR PEDAL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING CABLE WHERENECESSARY.)
BUICK: RIVIERA: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V059000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19710801 - 19710801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 149 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19720308 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19720313 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
BUICK CAMPAIGN NO N/A.POSSIBILITY THAT INCORRECT STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY MAYHAVE BEEN INSTALLED.IF CONDITION EXISTS THERE IS POSSIBILITY OF PREMATUREGEAR WEAR AND EVENTUAL GEAR FAILURE AFTER PROLONGED USAGE POSSIBLY RESULTING INLOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECTBY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING PROPER GEARASSEMBLY WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: RIVIERA: STEERING:LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V135000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1972 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:LINKAGES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19720301 - 19720501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 41711 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19720524 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19720525 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 72-C-1.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 72-C-1.POSSIBILITY THATIMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED STEERING PITMAN ARM WAS INSTALLED IN PRODUCTION, COULDPRODUCE LOOSE FIT WHEN ASSEMBLED TO STEERING RELAY ROD, CAUSING EVENTUALSEPARATION FROM PITMAN ARM AND CAUSING COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALLING PROPER PITMAN ARM.)
BUICK: RIVIERA: STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 73V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19700801 - 19720701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3707064 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19730206 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19730124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect 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 Summary:
INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND INSTALL SHIELD ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: RIVIERA: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 72V013000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19710401 - 19710501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 30885 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19720322 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19720115 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 71-C-3.BUICK NO 71-C-4.PONTIAC NO 71-C-5 AND NO71-C-5A.WITH WHEELS INDENTIFIED AS 15"X6", K11 BX.POSSIBILITY OF WELDSBREAKING WHERE WHEEL SPIDER (DISC) ATTACHES TO RIM.FATIGUE CRACKING MAY OCCURAROUND SPOT WELDS OF DISC-TO-RIM ATTACHMENT AND COULD POSSIBLY RESULT INEVENTUAL SEPARATION OF DISC FROM RIM.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGWHERE NECESSARY WITH IMPROVED WHEEL.)
BUICK: RIVIERA: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V003000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1970 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1178 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19691124 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19700115 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT UNDER CERTAIN CONDI- TIONS VEHCILES EQUIPPED WITH POWER DISCBRAKES COULD HAVE FRONT BRAKE HOSE FITTING-TO-FRAME CONTACT WHEN MAKING FULLTURN.THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AT HOSE FITTING AND AFFECTFRONT BRAKING SYSTEM.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND INSTALL- ING NEW PARTS WHERENECESSARY.)
BUICK: RIVIERA: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V002000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | RIVIERA |
Model Year: | 1970 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4527 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19700105 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19700113 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT DURING ASSEMBLY ONE OR MORE 15" X 6" CHASSIS WHEELS HAVINGIMPROPER WELDS WERE IN- STALLED.THIS COULD CAUSE RIM TO SEPARATE FROM SPIDER,OR CENTER SECTION OF THE WHEEL, RESULTING IN DIFFICULTY WITH STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLAC- ING WITH NEW WHEELS WHERE NECES- SARY.)
BUICK: ROADMASTER: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V245000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950801 - 19950831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 21582 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19961202 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19961210 |
Record Creation Date: | 19961219 |
Defect Summary:
THE WHEEL LUG NUTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION DURING ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A FRACTURE OF THE WHEEL STUDS CAUSING THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE VEHICLE'S WHEEL LUG NUTS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 1996.NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006, OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: AIR BAGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V215000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19940901 - 19950801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 8946 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951208 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19951103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19951109 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH BOTH THE SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT CAUTION LABEL AND A ROOF RACK CAUTION LABEL INSTALLED ON THE SAME SIDE OF THE SUN VISOR. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO.208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: OPERATORS COULD FAIL TO NOTICE AND HEED THE WARNING LABELS.
Corrective Summary:
A NEW ROOF RACK CAUTION LABEL, WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, WILL BE SENT DIRECTLY TO OWNERS. OWNERS WILL INSTALL THE LABEL OR HAVE THEIR DEALER INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS: PASSIVE RESTRAINTS; AIR BAG; FMVSS NO.208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V245000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950801 - 19950831 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 21582 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19961202 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19961210 |
Record Creation Date: | 19961219 |
Defect Summary:
THE WHEEL LUG NUTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION DURING ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A FRACTURE OF THE WHEEL STUDS CAUSING THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE VEHICLE'S WHEEL LUG NUTS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 1996.NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006, OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: AIR BAGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V215000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19940901 - 19950801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 8946 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951208 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19951103 |
Record Creation Date: | 19951109 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 208 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH BOTH THE SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT CAUTION LABEL AND A ROOF RACK CAUTION LABEL INSTALLED ON THE SAME SIDE OF THE SUN VISOR. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO.208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: OPERATORS COULD FAIL TO NOTICE AND HEED THE WARNING LABELS.
Corrective Summary:
A NEW ROOF RACK CAUTION LABEL, WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, WILL BE SENT DIRECTLY TO OWNERS. OWNERS WILL INSTALL THE LABEL OR HAVE THEIR DEALER INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS: PASSIVE RESTRAINTS; AIR BAG; FMVSS NO.208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V082000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19940401 - 19941201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 87039 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950531 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950424 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950501 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 124 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO FMVSS NO. 124, "ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS." AT LOW TEMPERATURES, EXCESSIVE FRICTION CAN OCCUR IN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE OF THE TROTTLE RETURN SPRING, IF THERE IS EXCESSIVE FRICTION IN THE PEDAL ASSEMBLY, THE ENGINE SPEED MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL; RETURN SPRING; FMVSS NO. 124.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V019000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930301 - 19941201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 308 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960130 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960201 |
Defect Summary:
DEFECTIVE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT NUTS WERE NOT PROPERLY TORQUED AND CAN LOOSEN.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT LOOSENS, FATIGUES AND SEPARATES FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION KNUCKLE, IT COULD CAUSE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT NUTS FOR PROPER TORQUE. IF THE BALL JOINT HAS LOOSENED FROM THE KNUCKLE, BOTH THE BALL JOINT AND THE KNUCKLE WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; INDEPENDENT FRONT CONTROL ARM; LOWER; BALL JOINT. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EXPORTED TO GUAM AND PUERTO RICO. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1022, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V221000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19941101 - 19950801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 83400 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19951213 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19951116 |
Record Creation Date: | 19951129 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 114 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL LINKAGE. THIS DOES NOT MEET WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION."
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IT MAY BE POSSIBLE TO SHIFT FROM THE "PARK" POSITION WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT RESULTING FROM THE UNINTENDED MOVEMENT OF A PARKED VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL ADJUST THE SHIFT CONTROL LINKAGE SYSTEM.
Notes:
SYSTEM: POWERTRAIN; AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; AUTOMATIC; LEVER AND LINKAGE; COLUMN, FMVSS NO. 114.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 95V082000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19940401 - 19941201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 87039 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19950531 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19950424 |
Record Creation Date: | 19950501 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 124 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO FMVSS NO. 124, "ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS." AT LOW TEMPERATURES, EXCESSIVE FRICTION CAN OCCUR IN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE OF THE TROTTLE RETURN SPRING, IF THERE IS EXCESSIVE FRICTION IN THE PEDAL ASSEMBLY, THE ENGINE SPEED MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL; RETURN SPRING; FMVSS NO. 124.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V210000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930301 - 19940601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 130581 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19941103 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19941025 |
Record Creation Date: | 19941102 |
Defect Summary:
THE FUEL TANK ATTACHMENT STRAP FASTENERS WERE NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED. THE FASTENERS CAN COMPLETELY DETACH, EVENTUALLY ALLOWING THE FUEL TANK TO SAG AND THE BOTTOM OF THE TANK TO STRIKE THE ROADWAY.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CAN RESULT IN A FUEL TANK LEAK AND FIRE IF THE LEAKING FUEL IS EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL RETIGHTEN THE FUEL TANK STRAP FASTENERS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY; ATTACHMENTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT, PLEASE CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020; CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006; OR BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V019000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930301 - 19941201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 308 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19960223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19960130 |
Record Creation Date: | 19960201 |
Defect Summary:
DEFECTIVE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT NUTS WERE NOT PROPERLY TORQUED AND CAN LOOSEN.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT LOOSENS, FATIGUES AND SEPARATES FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION KNUCKLE, IT COULD CAUSE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT NUTS FOR PROPER TORQUE. IF THE BALL JOINT HAS LOOSENED FROM THE KNUCKLE, BOTH THE BALL JOINT AND THE KNUCKLE WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; INDEPENDENT FRONT CONTROL ARM; LOWER; BALL JOINT. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EXPORTED TO GUAM AND PUERTO RICO. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1022, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V049000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930301 - 19931001 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 8475 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940412 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19940321 |
Record Creation Date: | 19940331 |
Defect Summary:
THE ENGINE OIL COOLER INLET HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED TOO CLOSE TO THE STEERING GEAR CAUSING CHAFING. THE CHAFING CAN EVENTUALLY WEAR THROUGH THE HOSE'S PROTECTIVE SLEEVE RESULTING IN ENGINE OIL LEAKING ONTO THE ENGINE.
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS OCCURS, THE OIL LEAK ONTO THE ENGINE CAN RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM: HOSES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENGINE OIL COOLERS AND 5.7L OR 4.3L ENGINES.NOTE: IF YOUR EQUIPMENT IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT CHEVROLET SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-521-7300, OR CADILLAC SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V076000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930301 - 19940301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 139 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940419 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19940416 |
Record Creation Date: | 19940503 |
Defect Summary:
PAINT ON THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACES CAN ACT AS A SHIM BETWEEN THE WHEEL AND THE ROTOR/DRUM. AS THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN, THE WHEEL IMBEDS INTO THE PAINT, LOOSENING THE LUG NUT AND CAUSING A LOSS OF CLAMP LOAD.
Consequence Summary:
ONCE CLAMP LOAD IS LOST, ALL TIRE LOADS ARE TAKEN BY THE WHEEL STUDS RESULTING IN A FRACTURE OF THE WHEEL STUDS. THIS COULD CAUSE THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLES CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL CLEAN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACES FOR ALL FOUR WHEELS. ALSO, THE WHEEL STUDS WILL BE INSPECTED FOR DAMAGE AND WILL BE REPLACED AS NECESSARY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: WHEELS; LUG NUTS; BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006. ALSO, PLEASE CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V186000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19891001 - 19910801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 224588 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19911031 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19911029 |
Record Creation Date: | 19911030 |
Defect Summary:
SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES CAN CORRODE, CAUSING A HIGH LATCH RELEASE EFFORT AND POSSIBLY PREVENTING THE HOOD FROM LATCHING PROPERLY WHEN IT IS CLOSED.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH IS NOT PROPERLY ENGAGED, ANDTHE PRIMARY HOOD LATCH WAS ALSO NOT ENGAGED, THE HOOD COULD OPEN AND CONTACT THEWINDSHIELD WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, REDUCING THE FORWARD VISION AREA OFTHE DRIVER AND RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SECONDARY HOOD LATCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V094000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900301 - 19910701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 219571 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920717 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19920701 |
Record Creation Date: | 19920709 |
Defect Summary:
THE SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP PLASTIC COVERING MAY CRACK AND EXPOSE THE STEEL SUB-PLATE.
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE EXPOSED STEELSUB-PLATE CAN CUT THE SAFETY BELT WEBBING RESULTING IN INCREASED POSSIBILITYAND/OR SEVERITY OF INJURY TO THE AFFECTED SEAT OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL NEW SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOPS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ACTIVE SAFETY BELT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS; GENERAL MOTORS "B" SERIES.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V217000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910801 - 19920731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 56701 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19980115 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19971124 |
Record Creation Date: | 19971126 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULATOR CAN CORRODE AND LEAK FLUID FROM THE FRONT BRAKE CIRCUIT.
Consequence Summary:
BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE CAN REDUCE BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS AND INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCES.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND REPLACE THE ABS MODULATOR.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 1998. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V186000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19891001 - 19910801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 224588 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19911031 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19911029 |
Record Creation Date: | 19911030 |
Defect Summary:
SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES CAN CORRODE, CAUSING A HIGH LATCH RELEASE EFFORT AND POSSIBLY PREVENTING THE HOOD FROM LATCHING PROPERLY WHEN IT IS CLOSED.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH IS NOT PROPERLY ENGAGED, ANDTHE PRIMARY HOOD LATCH WAS ALSO NOT ENGAGED, THE HOOD COULD OPEN AND CONTACT THEWINDSHIELD WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, REDUCING THE FORWARD VISION AREA OFTHE DRIVER AND RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL A NEW SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: SECONDARY HOOD LATCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V094000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEAT BELTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900301 - 19910701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 219571 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920717 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19920701 |
Record Creation Date: | 19920709 |
Defect Summary:
THE SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP PLASTIC COVERING MAY CRACK AND EXPOSE THE STEEL SUB-PLATE.
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE EXPOSED STEELSUB-PLATE CAN CUT THE SAFETY BELT WEBBING RESULTING IN INCREASED POSSIBILITYAND/OR SEVERITY OF INJURY TO THE AFFECTED SEAT OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary:
INSTALL NEW SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOPS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ACTIVE SAFETY BELT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS; GENERAL MOTORS "B" SERIES.
BUICK: ROADMASTER: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | ROADMASTER |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 04V036000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 4002 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19970301 - 19980131 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1415231 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20040301 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20040127 |
Record Creation Date: | 20040205 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE SWITCH IS DAMAGED, A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE STEERING COLUMN, EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE KEY REMOVED. THE FIRE COULD SPREAD TO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR, WHICH COULD INJURE OCCUPANTS OR CAUSE DAMAGE TO ADJOINING STRUCTURES.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT IN THESE VEHICLES TO PREVENT HIGH CURRENT FROM FLOWING THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND CHECK THAT YOUR CAR WILL START WITH A PROPERLY CHARGED BATTERY AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN ON MARCH 1, 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CHECK THEIR VEHICLE ONLINE BY GOING TO WWW.MYGMLINK.COM AND ENTERING THE VEHICLE'S IDENTIFICATION NUMBER.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 04002.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E015000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1998 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3124 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070320 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070226 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070226 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMP MODULES / MODULE RESERVOIR ASSEMBLIES (MRA) THAT WERE SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. DURING PRODUCTION THE MRAS VENT AND FUEL RETURN TUBES WERE REVERSED. THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN THE VEHICLE NOT RUNNING CORRECTLY (IDLE ROUGH AND/OR STALL) DUE TO AN OVERLY RICH FUEL BLEND OR THE VEHICLE'S EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CARBON CANISTER MAY LEAK FUEL.
Consequence Summary:
A STALLED VEHICLE CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. A FUEL LEAK CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE MRAS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 1-877-335-7443.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PUMP MODULES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 97V059000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19961201 - 19970130 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3464 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970430 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19970408 |
Record Creation Date: | 19970425 |
Defect Summary:
THE PROTECTIVE COVER FOR THE UNDERHOOD FUSE CENTER WAS OMITTED. WITHOUT THIS COVER, THE POSITIVE TERMINAL BOLT ON THE FUSE BLOCK IS EXPOSED AND CAN CONTACT THE INSULATED NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE. IF THE INSULATION ON THE NEGATIVE CABLE BECOMES SUFFICIENTLY WORN, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT CAN OCCUR BETWEEN THE POSITIVE TERMINAL AND NEGATIVE CABLE RESULTING IN EXTREMELY HIGH CURRENT FLOW.
Consequence Summary:
THIS HIGH CURRENT FLOW CAN CAUSE ARCING AND RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES FOR THE PRESENCE OF THE PROTECTIVE COVER AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER TO THE UNDERHOOD FUSE CENTER.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DURING APRIL 1997. NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V070000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2008 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960601 - 19970731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1589948 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20020327 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20020306 |
Record Creation Date: | 20020325 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE SWITCH IS DAMAGED, A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE STEERING COLUMN, EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE KEY REMOVED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT IN THESE VEHICLES TO PREVENT HIGH CURRENT FROM FLOWING THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 27, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V212000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960901 - 19960930 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 245 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19961111 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19961030 |
Record Creation Date: | 19961031 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 301 |
Defect Summary:
DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE LEFT REAR QUARTER PANEL, SOME WELDS WERE MISSED. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY."
Consequence Summary:
IN THE EVENT OF A REAR END COLLISION, THE VEHICLE SHEET METAL STRUCTURE WILL NOT PERFORM AS DESIGNED CAUSING UNEXPECTED DAMAGE TO THE FUEL TANK OR FUEL LINES, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF THIS IS A FUEL LEAK AND AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE MISSING WELDS AND, IF NECESSARY, PLACE THREE WHELDS BETWEEN THE INVOLVED PANELS APPLYING PRIMER, SEALER AND ANTI-CORROSION MATERIALS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DURING OCTOBER 1996. NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E015000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1997 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3124 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070320 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070226 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070226 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMP MODULES / MODULE RESERVOIR ASSEMBLIES (MRA) THAT WERE SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. DURING PRODUCTION THE MRAS VENT AND FUEL RETURN TUBES WERE REVERSED. THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN THE VEHICLE NOT RUNNING CORRECTLY (IDLE ROUGH AND/OR STALL) DUE TO AN OVERLY RICH FUEL BLEND OR THE VEHICLE'S EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CARBON CANISTER MAY LEAK FUEL.
Consequence Summary:
A STALLED VEHICLE CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. A FUEL LEAK CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE MRAS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 1-877-335-7443.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PUMP MODULES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 02V070000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 2008 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950401 - 19960731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1589948 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20020327 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20020306 |
Record Creation Date: | 20020325 |
Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE SWITCH IS DAMAGED, A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE STEERING COLUMN, EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE KEY REMOVED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT IN THESE VEHICLES TO PREVENT HIGH CURRENT FROM FLOWING THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 27, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: SKYLARK: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V211000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950801 - 19960228 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 48689 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19961104 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19961028 |
Record Creation Date: | 19961031 |
Defect Summary:
DURING DEPLOYMENT OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THE AIR BAG FABRIC CAN SNAG ON A REINFORCEMENT INSIDE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, CAUSING THE EXPANDING AIR BAG TO LIFT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD AND THEN DEPLOY UNDER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTEAD OF THROUGH THE DOOR IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.
Consequence Summary:
IN A CRASH, THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER COULD RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES IF HE OR SHE CONTACTS A BROKEN REINFORCEMENT OR IF THE SNAGGING AFFECTS THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL PADS AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A PLASTIC EDGE PROTECTOR TO THE INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD REINFORCEMENT. ON CERTAIN EARLY-PRODUCTION VEHICLES, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: SKYLARK: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 96V249000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19960701 - 19960731 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 424 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19970106 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19961217 |
Record Creation Date: | 19961220 |
Defect Summary:
THE STEERING COLUMN LOWER PINCH BOLT WAS NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED DURING ASSEMBLY.
Consequence Summary:
AN UNDERTORQUED PINCH BOLT CAN RATTLE AND CAUSE LOOSENESS IN THE STEERING SYSTEM. IF THE PINCH BOLT BACKED OUT OF THE JOINT COMPLETELY, ROTATION OF THE STEERING SHAFT AGAINST THE CONNECTOR COULD CAUSE INCREASING LOOSENESS IN THE STEERING SYSTEM AND RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING COLUMN PINCH BOLT FOR CORRECT TORQUE AND, IF NECESSARY, TIGHTEN THE BOLT TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN DURING JANUARY 1997. NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 742 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070427 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070312 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070312 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: INTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 98V027000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | INTERIOR LIGHTING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19950401 - 19951031 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 249420 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19980228 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19980217 |
Record Creation Date: | 19980225 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 101 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR THE INTERIOR LAMPS TO COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE THE VEHICLES ARE BEING DRIVEN. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, "CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS."
Consequence Summary:
THE INTERIOR LAMPS COMING ON UNEXPECTEDLY COULD STARTLE A DRIVER CAUSING A MOMENTARY LOSS OF CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL RUN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST ON THE LAMP CONTROL MODULE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 1998.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300,PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E015000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DELPHI |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1996 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3124 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20070320 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DELPHI |
Report Received Date: | 20070226 |
Record Creation Date: | 20070226 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN DELPHI AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMP MODULES / MODULE RESERVOIR ASSEMBLIES (MRA) THAT WERE SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. DURING PRODUCTION THE MRAS VENT AND FUEL RETURN TUBES WERE REVERSED. THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN THE VEHICLE NOT RUNNING CORRECTLY (IDLE ROUGH AND/OR STALL) DUE TO AN OVERLY RICH FUEL BLEND OR THE VEHICLE'S EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CARBON CANISTER MAY LEAK FUEL.
Consequence Summary:
A STALLED VEHICLE CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. A FUEL LEAK CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE MRAS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 1-877-335-7443.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DELPHI FUEL PUMP MODULES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V287000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1995 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 79 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930501 - 19950630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 699617 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20001219 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20001002 |
Record Creation Date: | 20001019 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE STARTER FAILS TO ENGAGE AND THE DRIVER HOLD THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, PRODUCING HEAT THAT CAN MELT SWITCH PARTS.
Consequence Summary:
A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE STEERING COLUMN AND SPREAD TO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT AND VERIFY THAT THE VEHICLE WILL START WITH A PROPERLY CHARGED BATTERY IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION (ADEQUATE RESERVE CAPACITY, OR COLD CRANKING AMPS). THIS CAMPAIGN DOES NOT COVER BATTERY REPLACEMENT OR UNRELATED STARTING SYSTEM OR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REPAIRS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 19, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 94V122000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19940201 - 19940301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1681 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19940708 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19940701 |
Record Creation Date: | 19940712 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 301 |
Defect Summary:
THESE VEHICLES WERE CONSTRUCTED WITH WELDS IN THE REAR COMPARTMENT PAN ASSEMBLY THAT ARE NOT SUFFICIENT TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS PERTAINING TO FUEL TANK LEAKAGE IN THE EVENT OF A REAR IMPACT COLLISION. THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLIES DO NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY."
Consequence Summary:
THIS CAN RESULT IN AN INCREASED RISK OF A VEHICLE FIRE IN THE EVENT OF A REAR IMPACT COLLISION.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSTALL RIVETS ADJACENT TO THE LOCATIONS WHERE THE SUSPECT WELDS ARE LOCATED.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY; FMVSS 301.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT BUICK SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-521-7300 OR OLDSMOBILE SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-442-4547 OR PONTIAC SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-762-2737. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 00V287000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1994 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 79 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930501 - 19950630 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 699617 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20001219 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20001002 |
Record Creation Date: | 20001019 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE STARTER FAILS TO ENGAGE AND THE DRIVER HOLD THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, PRODUCING HEAT THAT CAN MELT SWITCH PARTS.
Consequence Summary:
A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE STEERING COLUMN AND SPREAD TO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT AND VERIFY THAT THE VEHICLE WILL START WITH A PROPERLY CHARGED BATTERY IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION (ADEQUATE RESERVE CAPACITY, OR COLD CRANKING AMPS). THIS CAMPAIGN DOES NOT COVER BATTERY REPLACEMENT OR UNRELATED STARTING SYSTEM OR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REPAIRS.
Notes:
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 19, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300; OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 93V153000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1993 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19930501 - 19930501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1103 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19930926 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19930914 |
Record Creation Date: | 19930921 |
Defect Summary:
THE NEUTRAL START SAFETY SWITCH COULD HAVE BEEN FRACTURED DURING INSTALLATION.
Consequence Summary:
A FRACTURED SWITCH CAN RESULT IN A NO-START CONDITION.ALSO, A VEHICLE WITH A FRACTURED SWITCH CAN BE STARTED IN GEAR, CAUSING THEVEHICLE TO MOVE UNEXPECTEDLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE NEUTRAL START SWITCH. THE MANUAL SWITCH OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPLACED IF AN OVERSIZED CONDITION EXISTS.
Notes:
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION SWITCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OFCHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT THE BUICK SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-521-7300, OLDSMOBILE SERVICE CENTERAT 1-800-442-6537, OR PONTIAC SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-PM CARES. ALSO CONTACTTHE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT1-800-424-9393.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V182000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910301 - 19910901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1851 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920430 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19911021 |
Record Creation Date: | 19911030 |
Defect Summary:
THE PASSENGER'S SIDE EASY-ENTRY SEAT ADJUSTER MAY FAIL FULLY LOCK INTO POSITION AFTER THE SEAT BACK HAS BEEN TILTED FORWARD AND THE SEAT SLID FORWARD, THEN RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL POSTITION.
Consequence Summary:
IF THE SEAT ADJUSTER FAILS TO LOCK INTO POSITION, THEPASSENGER SEAT WOULD SLIDE FORWARD IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.OCCUPANTS OF THE PASSENGER SEAT WOULD FACE INCREASED RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY ON THE SEAT.
Notes:
SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS: SEAT BACK.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS; N COUPE MODELS.NOTE: GENERAL MOTORS HAS INFORMED THIS AGENCY THAT ALL REPAIRS WILL BE MADEBEFORE THE VEHICLE IS OFFERED FOR SALE.
BUICK: SKYLARK: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 91V184000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910801 - 19910901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 1573 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920430 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19911021 |
Record Creation Date: | 19911030 |
Defect Summary:
A MISADJUSTMENT OF THE PARK LOCK CABLE IN THE COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY MAKES IT POSSIBLE FOR THE STEERING COLUMN TO LOCK WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND THE IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION.
Consequence Summary:
LOCKING OF THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS INMOTION RESULTS IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND INCREASED RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
ADJUST THE PARK LOCK CABLE, AND REROUTE AND RESTRAIN THE BRAKE TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR.
Notes:
SYSTEM: STEERING COLUMN.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH COLUMN SHIFT.NOTE: GENERAL MOTORS INFORMED THIS AGENCY THAT ALL REPAIRS WILL BE MADE BEFOREVEHICLES ARE OFFERED FOR SALE.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V106000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1992 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19920601 - 19920601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 20 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920717 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19920717 |
Record Creation Date: | 19920803 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 301 |
Defect Summary:
THE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH AN INCORRECT SUSPENSION UPPER SPRING SEAT AT THE RIGHT-REAR POSITION. IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A REAR IMPACT ACCIDENT, THE RIGHT-HAND REAR WHEEL HOUSE FLANGE COULD SEVER THE FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE AND SPILL FUEL.
Consequence Summary:
THESE VEHICLES ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 301,FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY. SPILLED FUEL IN A LOW SPEED ACCIDENT CAN RESULT IN AFIRE.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECT AND REPLACE INCORRECT UPPER SPRING SEAT WITH THE CORRECT PART.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL SYSTEM: FMVSS 301.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1991 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19910101 - 19910501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 37030 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19920416 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19920401 |
Record Creation Date: | 19920408 |
Defect Summary:
MOISTURE CAN ENTER THE EXPRESS-DOWN ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE AND CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT CAUSES WINDOW OPERATION WITHOUT OPERATOR CONTROL, AND LEAVES THE WINDOW IN THE DOWN POSITION.
Consequence Summary:
THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE WILL FAIL FROM OVERHEATINGAND COULD RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD INSIDE THE DOOR PANEL.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE WINDOW EXPRESS-DOWN ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: VISUAL SYSTEMS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH POWER WINDOWS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V119000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1990 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19900201 - 19900201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3202 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900418 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900615 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900627 |
Defect Summary:
IMPROPERLY TORQUED CONNECTIONS OF FRONT FUEL FEED AND RETURN HOSES TO FUEL PIPES AT THE BODY RAIL COULD LOOSEN AND LEAK FUEL INTO THE UNDERHOOD AREA.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL LEAKS IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULDRESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
PROPERLY TORQUE THE FRONT FUEL FEED AND RETURN HOSES AT THE BODY RAIL LINES TO PREVENT FUEL LEAKAGE.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FRONT FUEL FEED AND RETURN HOSES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V150000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880101 - 19890701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 108836 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19921103 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19921019 |
Record Creation Date: | 19921030 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK OR SEPARATE AT THE COUPLING ON THE ENGINE END OF THE HOSE ASSEMBLY, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL LEAKING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD RESULT IN ANUNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH QUAD 4 ENGINES.NOTE: GENERAL MOTORS HAS EXPANDED NHTSA RECALL 90V042000 TO INCLUDE ANADDITIONAL 108,836 VEHICLES.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V042000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1989 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880101 - 19890601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 61765 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900329 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900305 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900313 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK OR SEPARATE AT THE COUPLING ON THE ENGINE END OF THE HOSE ASSEMBLY, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Consequence Summary:
LEAKING FUEL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH QUAD 4 ENGINES.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 92V150000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880101 - 19890701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 108836 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19921103 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19921019 |
Record Creation Date: | 19921030 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK OR SEPARATE AT THE COUPLING ON THE ENGINE END OF THE HOSE ASSEMBLY, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Consequence Summary:
FUEL LEAKING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD RESULT IN ANUNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH QUAD 4 ENGINES.NOTE: GENERAL MOTORS HAS EXPANDED NHTSA RECALL 90V042000 TO INCLUDE ANADDITIONAL 108,836 VEHICLES.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 87V169000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19870601 - 19870801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 101 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19871104 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19871026 |
Record Creation Date: | 19871104 |
Defect Summary:
UNEXPECTED LOSS OF TAIL LAMP AND SIDE MARKER LAMP FUNCTION MAY OCCUR, REDUCING OTHER DRIVERS ABILITY TO SEE THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNINGIN CONDITIONS OF POOR VISIBILITY, SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH PANEL.
Notes:
SYSTEM: HEADLIGHT SWITCH PANEL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH ELECTRONIC DIGITAL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 90V042000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1988 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19880101 - 19890601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 61765 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19900329 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19900305 |
Record Creation Date: | 19900313 |
Defect Summary:
FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK OR SEPARATE AT THE COUPLING ON THE ENGINE END OF THE HOSE ASSEMBLY, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Consequence Summary:
LEAKING FUEL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE ASSEMBLY.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FRONT FUEL FEED HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH QUAD 4 ENGINES.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V032000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19860701 - 19870601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 22300 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880323 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880315 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880321 |
Defect Summary:
THE FUEL FEED OR FUEL RETURN HOSE AT THE ENGINE MAY RUB AGAINST A SHIFT LEVER ON THE 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE.
Consequence Summary:
IN TIME A HOLE COULD BE RUBBED THROUGH THE HOSE AND FUELLEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS COULD REUSLT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN HOSE/PIPE ASSEMBLIES.
Notes:
SYSTEM: FUEL/HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 88V014000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840701 - 19860501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 179390 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19880211 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19880108 |
Record Creation Date: | 19880216 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER EXTENDED HEADLAMP USAGE, CIRCUITRY IN THE HEADLAMP SWITCH PANEL MIGHT EXPERIENCE INCREASED RESISTANCE AND EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILDUP.
Consequence Summary:
HEADLIGHTS WOULD CYCLE ON AND OFF. SUDDEN LOSS OFHEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTIMER DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WITH MODIFIED SWITCH.
Notes:
SYSTEM: HEADLAMP SWITCH CIRCUITRY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V132000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19840801 - 19840901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 2130 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841023 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841016 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841107 |
Defect Summary:
THE THROTTLE LINKAGE MAY BIND BECAUSE DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE THROTTLE BODY CASE MAY INTERFERE WITH THE LINKAGE. THIS INTERFERENCE COULD PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM CLOSING EVEN THOUGH THE DRIVER HAS REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLES AND IMPROVE THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR LINKAGE AND THROTTLE BODY CASING IF NEEDED, AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.8 LITER MULTIPORT FUELINJECTED V6 ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE LINKAGE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF ACCELERATOR CONTROL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING COULDRESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V153000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19831101 - 19831201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 9290 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19841214 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19841128 |
Record Creation Date: | 19841210 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR AXLE CONTROL ARM LOCATES AND HELPS CONTROL AXLE MOVEMENT; IT ATTACHES TO THE FRAME WITH A BRACKET. THE REAR CONTROL ARM BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS USED ON SOME OF THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY FRACTURE. FRACTURE OF ALL FOUR BOLTS ON ONE SIDE OF THE VEHICLE CAN RESULT IN THE CONTROL ARM DROPPING ENOUGH TO CUT THE REAR BRAKE HOSE. A SEVERED BRAKE HOSE WOULD RESULT IN BRAKE FLUID LOSS AND PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL EIGHT CONTROL ARM BRACKET BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: A PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY OCCURRING WITHOUTPRIOR WARNING, COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT, ESPECIALLY WHEN MINIMUM STOPPINGDISTANCE IS REQUIRED.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 84V011000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830701 - 19830901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 76586 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19840224 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19840206 |
Record Creation Date: | 19840222 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 207 |
Defect Summary:
SOME VEHICLES HAVE BUCKET SEAT BACK LOCKS THAT DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 207, ANCHORAGE OF SEATS. IN EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BACK LOCK MAY NOT FUNCTION.
Corrective Summary:
INSPECTION OF SEAT BACK LOCKS WILL BE PERFORMED. LOCKS THAT HAVE BENT, BROKEN OR MISSING HOOKS WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TWO DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITHAR9 OR AV5 BUCKET SEATS.SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS, SEAT BACK LOCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE SEAT MAY FOLD FORWARD IN A CRASH, AND WOULDINCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 85V034000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1984 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19830801 - 19831201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121095 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19850329 |
Record Creation Date: | 19850401 |
Defect Summary:
THE FUEL SYSTEM MAY LEAK AT THE THROTTLE BODY INJECTION FUEL FEED PIPE CONNECTION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS LEAKAGE COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE WHICH COULD SPREAD TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE BURN INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary:
REPLACE THE FUEL FEED PIPE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L L4 ENGINES.SYSTEM: FUEL.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 83V105000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1983 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19821001 - 19830501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 352036 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19831020 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19831013 |
Record Creation Date: | 19831021 |
Defect Summary:
THE BRAKE PROPORTIONER VALVES MAY BREAK AND SEPARATE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER. THIS WOULD ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK AND WOULD RESULT IN A PARTIAL LOSS OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE ALL SUSPECT VALVES.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; BRAKE PROPORTIONER VALVES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SINCE THIS IS A DUAL BRAKE SYSTEM, PART OF THE SYSTEMWILL STILL WORK AND ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO BE STOPPED, BUT OVER A GREATERDISTANCE. PARTIAL LOSS OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPINGDISTANCE IS REQUIRED COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
BUICK: SKYLARK: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/LINKAGE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V018000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/LINKAGE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810901 - 19811201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4987 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19820308 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19820302 |
Record Creation Date: | 19820312 |
Defect Summary:
THE CLUTCH CABLE MAY RUB AGAINST THE MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE PIPE WHEN THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS OPERATED. CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE MAY RESULT IN WEAR THROUGH OF THE INSULATION ON THE CLUTCH CABLE. THE RESULTING METAL ON METAL CONTACT COULD LEAD TO FAILURE OF THE BRAKE PIPE, LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, AND PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKE ACTION.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, CORRECT SYSTEM BY PROVIDING A MINIMUM 1/2 INCH CLEARANCE BETWEEN CLUTCH CABLE AND BRAKE PIPE TO AVOID METAL ON METAL CONTACT.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FOUR SPEED MANUALTRANSMISSION AND POWER BRAKES.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; CLUTCH ASSEMBLY LINKAGE, FLEXIBLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKE ACTION COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 82V021000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19810201 - 19820101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 519329 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19820315 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19820308 |
Record Creation Date: | 19820312 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAAIN CONDITIONS, THE HOSE CLAMPS ON THE FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE AND FUEL TANK FILLER VENT PIPE COULD FRACTURE. THE FRACTURE OF THESE CLAMPS COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE AT ANY OF THE FOUR PIPE TO HOSE CONNECTIONS. LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR DURING REFUELING, OR WHILE DRIVING, IF THE FUEL TANK IS ABOVE 3/4 FULL.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE HOSE CLAMPS ON THE FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE AND VENT PIPE AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL TANK, FILLER AND VENT PIPES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF AN IGNITION SOURCE IS PRESENT WHEN FUEL LEAKAGEOCCURS, A FIRE COULD START AND CAUSE VEHICLE DAMAGE AND SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY.NOTE: UNTIL THE VEHICLE CAN BE INSPECTED AND THE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS AREMADE, THE FUEL TANK SHOULD NOT BE FILLED MORE THAN 3/4 FULL. ALSO, THE DEALERSHOULD BE CONTACTED IMMEDIATELY IF ANY FUEL LEAKAGE IS DETECTED.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 83V007000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1982 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19820501 - 19820601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 15495 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19830127 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19830101 |
Record Creation Date: | 19830204 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 106 |
Defect Summary:
REAR BRAKE HOSES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY WHEN THE METAL END FITTINGS WERE INSTALLED. SOME REAR BRAKE HOSES MAY SEPARATE FROM THE METAL END FITTINGS WHEN SUBJECTED TO THE PULLING FORCE SPECIFIED BY FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 106, "BRAKE HOSES".
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE REAR BRAKE HOSES AT NO CHARGE TO OWNERS.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; REAR BRAKE HOSES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: A SEPARATION MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND APARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION. A PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE CRASH IN SITUATIONS IN WHICH A MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE ISREQUIRED.
BUICK: SKYLARK: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 80V129000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19800801 - 19800901 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 25463 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19801109 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19801008 |
Record Creation Date: | 19801112 |
Defect Summary:
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH THE POWER STEERING HOSE INCORRECTLY ROUTED. THE POWER STEERING HOSE MAY THEN CONTACT THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD, RESULTING IN DETERIORATION AND EVENTUAL FAILURE OF THE HOSE AND LEAKAGE OF POWER STEERING FLUID ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HOSES AND INLET PIPE AND ADD A CLIP AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER STEERING.SYSTEM: STEERING; POWER STEERING HOSE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, SMOKE AND/OR AN UNDERHOODFIRE COULD RESULT AND CAUSE VEHICLE DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V038000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1981 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19801001 - 19801201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 105130 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810331 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810324 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810408 |
Defect Summary:
THE ENGINE-TO-BODY GROUND CABLE ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING MANUFACTURE. THE CABLE COULD EVENTUALLY BREAK DUE TO THE RELATIVE MOTION BETWEEN THE ENGINE AND BODY DURING VEHICLE OPERATION.
Corrective Summary:
A NEW GROUND CABLE WILL BE INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; GROUND CABLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE CABLE BREAKS WHEN MAXIMUM ELECTRICAL LOADS AREBEING PLACED ON VEHICLE, HEADLIGHTS COULD SUDDENLY DIM OR WIPERS COULD SLOWDOWN. THIS WOULD REDUCE VISIBILITY IN SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVINGCONDITIONS. AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.NOTE: IF DIMMING OCCURS, RESTRICTING THE USE OF OTHER ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIESCOULD PARTIALLY RESTORE SOME OF THE HEADLIGHT BRIGHTNESS OR WIPER SPEED.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 81V095000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19780801 - 19790801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 47371 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19810825 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19810810 |
Record Creation Date: | 19810812 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE REAR BRAKES COULD LOCK UP WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING DURING HIGH DECELERATION BRAKING. THE PROBLEM MAY BE CAUSED BY DEFECTIVE PROPORTIONER VALVES IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE SYSTEM PROPORTIONER VALVES AND IF NECESSARY INSTALL NEW VALVES.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; REAR BRAKES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: REAR BRAKE LOCKUP COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROLAND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V098000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19780801 - 19790301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 23725 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790401 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790417 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING MAY HAVE A LARGER THAN DESIRED INSIDE DIAMETER OF THE LOWER COIL WHERE IT RESTS ON THE SPRING SEAT. THIS COULD ALLOW THE SPRING TO BE FORCED OVER THE LOWER SPRING SEAT DUE TO SUSPENSION FORCES.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE INCORRECT FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; FRONT COIL.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS CONDITION WOULD CAUSE BRAKE HOSE AND SUSPENSIONDAMAGE. TIRE DAMAGE MAY ALSO OCCUR WITH CONTINUED VEHICLE OPERATION. DAMAGE TOANY OF THESE COMPONENTS COULD CAUSE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: SKYLARK: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V234000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790101 - 19790501 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 236 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19791024 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19791023 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791213 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 108 |
Defect Summary:
THE TURN SIGNAL FLASHER UNIT INSTALLED ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT". THIS INCORRECT UNIT CAUSES THE FLASH RATE TO BE TOO FAST OR RENDERS INOPERATIVE THE FEATURE WHICH CAUSES THE TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT(S) IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TO REMAIN LIT IF ONE OF ONE OR MORE OF THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS HAS FAILED.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSTALL THE CORRECT FLASHER UNIT WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: LIGHTING AND COMMUNICATIONS; FLASHER, TURN SIGNALS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: INOPERATIVE OR MALFUNCTIONING TURN SIGNAL CREATES ANUNSAFE CONDITION THAT COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
BUICK: SKYLARK: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V091000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19780801 - 19790301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4626 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790401 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790405 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
FUEL HOSES MAY BE INCORRECTLY POSITIONED AND CONTACT THE RIGHT FRONT DRIVE AXLE BOOT DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME, THE ROTATING BOOT COULD WEAR A HOLE IN THE FUEL HOSE, RESULTING IN FULE LEAKAGE.
Corrective Summary:
IF PROPER CLEARANCE IS NOT PRESENT, THE METAL FUEL PIPE WILL BE REFORMED UPWARDS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL HOSE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LEAKING FUEL COULD LEAD TO A FIRE IN THE ENGINECOMPARTMENT, VEHICLE DAMAGE, AND PERSONAL INJURY TO PASSENGERS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V220000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790101 - 19790801 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 224892 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19791011 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790925 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791212 |
Defect Summary:
THE AUTOMATIC COOLER LINE HOSES ON SOME OF THE SUSPECT VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN MATERIAL VOIDS, WHICH COMBINED WITH A HIGH THERMAL EXPANSION AT ELEVATED TEMPERATURES, COULD RESULT IN HOSE FAILURE AND TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKAGE.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE COOLER LINE HOSES USING HOSES WITH KEVLAR BRAIDED REINFORCEMENT.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; TRANSMISSION HOSES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: A VEHICLE FIRE MAY RESULT WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUSPERSONAL INJURY.
BUICK: SKYLARK: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V221000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:RACK AND PINION |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790101 - 19790601 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 161225 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19791008 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19791017 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791212 |
Defect Summary:
THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING PLATE ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY DEVELOP FATIGUE CRACKS AT HIGH MILEAGE WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE STEERING GEAR ATTACHMENT TO BECOME LOOSE. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE CONSIDERABLE "FREE PLAY" IN THE STEERING WHEEL.
Corrective Summary:
THE DEALER WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED TYPE OF STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BRACKET WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STEERING; GEAR MOUNTING BRACKET.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN DEGRADATION OF STEERINGCONTROL, WHICH COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SEATS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V073000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SEATS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790101 - 19790201 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 35 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790328 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790322 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 207 |
Defect Summary:
VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "ANCHORAGE OF SEATS". THE LOCK BAR IN THE FRONT SEAT ADJUSTER ASSEMBLIES MAY NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY AND THE ABILITY OF THE SEAT ADJUSTER TO MAINTAIN THE SEAT IN A LATCHED POSITION DURING AN ACCIDENT MAY BE REDUCED.
Corrective Summary:
BOTH FRONT SEAT ADJUSTER ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: INTERIOR; FRONT SEAT ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, THE RISK OF INJURY TOPASSENGERS WILL BE INCREASED.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 83V018000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790101 - 19800701 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 239799 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19830404 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19830224 |
Record Creation Date: | 19830228 |
Defect Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE PREMATURE REAR WHEEL SKID DURING BRAKING. REAR WHEEL SKIDDING IS MOST LIKELY TO OCCUR ON A WET OR SLICK SURFACE.
Corrective Summary:
DEPENDING ON THE TRANSMISSION TYPE AND THE BRAKE COMPONENTS THAT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED, DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE OR REPAIR, AS NECESSARY, CERTAIN FRONT BRAKE COMPONENTS, AND THE PARKING BRAKE CABLES. THE REAR BRAKE SHOES AND LININGS WILL BE REPLACED WITH PARTS THAT USE A MATERIAL WHICH GREATLY REDUCES THE LIKELIHOOD OF REAR WHEEL SKID. ACTIONS TAKEN TO THE FRONT BRAKES ARE TO ENSURE UNIFORMITY OF THE ENTIRE BRAKE SYSTEM. ACTIONS TAKEN TO THE PARKING BRAKE COMPONENTS WILL ENSURE THAT THE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS, FOR KEEPING THE VEHICLE STATIONARY WHILE MANUAL TRANSMISSION EQUIPPED UNITS ARE IN NEUTRAL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EQUIPPED UNITS ARE IN PARK, ARE MET.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; REAR BRAKES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE DRIVER IS UNABLE TO COMPLETE CORRECTIVE STEERINGOR BRAKING ACTIONS, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE MAY SKID OUT OF ITS LANE OFTRAVEL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS CORRECTED, THE DRIVER SHOULD USE CAUTION IN MAKINGHARD BRAKING STOPS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V090000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1980 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19780801 - 19790301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4382 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19790404 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790405 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE AND BRAKE PIPE IN THE MASTER CYLINDER. THIS CAN RESULT IN RUBBING CONTACT WHEN THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS OPERATED. ALSO, THE BRAKE PIPE CLEARANCE TO THE TRANSMISSION CASE MAY BE INADEQUATE. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, IT COULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN A FAILURE IN THE BRAKE PIPE, CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION.
Corrective Summary:
THE CLUTCH CABLE ROUTING WILL BE REVISED TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH THE MASTER CYLINDER, WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SHOULD A PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING ACTION OCCUR WHILE THEVEHICLE IS IN MOTION AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED, ANACCIDENT WOULD RESULT.
BUICK: SKYLARK: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 79V141000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1979 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19790201 - 19790301 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 4208 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19790506 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH MAY CAUSE A RANDOM INTERNAL ELECTRICAL SHORT WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE ENGINE STARTING BY ITSELF WHEN THE IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED TO THE "ON" POSITION.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCHES ON ALL SUSPECT VEHICLES AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; WIRING.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER IS IN REVERSE OR AFORWARD RANGE WHEN THE ENGINE STARTS BY ITSELF, THE VEHICLE COULD MOVE AND ANACCIDENT COULD OCCUR.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 77V163000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 31979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19770922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19770927 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A FLAW IN THE METAL. AS A RESULT, THE SHAFT MAY BREAK, WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL ONE OR BOTH NEW REAR AXLE SHAFTS, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WITHOUT WARNING AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: AS A PRECAUTION, PRIOR TO HAVING VEHICLE INSPECTED, DRIVER SHOULD AVOIDFAST CORNERING, RAPID ACCELERATIONS, OR ANY TYPE OF DRIVING WHICH MAY IMPOSEEXCESSIVE LOADS ON THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 78V139000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19770801 - 19780101 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 333619 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19780619 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19780613 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO THE ENGINE. IF THE HOOD IS OPEN WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE FREE TO FLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING; FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAN FAILURE COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS IN THEENGINE AREA, OR PERSONAL INJURY TO BYSTANDERS IF THE HOOD IS OPEN AT THE TIME.NOTE: THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE SERVICED WITH THE HOOD OPEN AND THE ENGINERUNNING UNTIL THE DEFECT IS CORRECTED.
BUICK: SKYLARK: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1978 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 77V163000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 31979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19770922 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19770927 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Defect Summary:
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A FLAW IN THE METAL. AS A RESULT, THE SHAFT MAY BREAK, WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary:
DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL ONE OR BOTH NEW REAR AXLE SHAFTS, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WITHOUT WARNING AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: AS A PRECAUTION, PRIOR TO HAVING VEHICLE INSPECTED, DRIVER SHOULD AVOIDFAST CORNERING, RAPID ACCELERATIONS, OR ANY TYPE OF DRIVING WHICH MAY IMPOSEEXCESSIVE LOADS ON THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS.
BUICK: SKYLARK: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 76V132000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 55564 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19760830 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19760907 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
GENERAL MOTOR CAMPAIGN NO 77-C-1.POSSIBILITY THAT THE STEERING INTERMEDIATESHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH COUPLING RETAINER LOCKING TABS NOT BENT OVERPROPERLY OR ONE OR MORE OF THE LOWER FLEXIBLE COUPLING RIVETS IMPROPERLYPEENED.IF EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS EXISTS, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLYCOULD SEPARATE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, AND VEHICLE CRASH MAY OCCURWITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING, AND REPLACING SHAFT WHERENECESSARY).PASSENGER VEHICLE.
BUICK: SKYLARK: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 07E088000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1977 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 121680 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20071108 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20071024 |
Record Creation Date: | 20071030 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SKYLARK: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 75V094000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1975 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 3069 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19750516 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19750521 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-13.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 75-C-9.POSSIBILITY THATUNITS MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH INSUFFICIENT TORQUE ON THE STEERING POTJOINT CLAMP BOLT/NUT WHICH SECURES THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT TO THE UPPERSTEERING SHAFT.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, IT MAY ALLOW THE SHAFTS TO SEPARATEAND RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND PROPERLYTORQUING THE STEERING CONNECTIONS WHREE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: SKYLARK: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V143000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1971 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 12600 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19701125 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19701203 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT THROTTLE ROD TO THROTTLE LEVER RETAINING CLIP ON CARBURETORMAY BE INCORRECTLY INSTALLED.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THROTTLE LEVER COULDBE HELD IN PARTIALLY OPEN POSITION.IF THIS OCCURS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,VEHICLE WILL NOT SLOW DOWN WHEN DRIVER'S FOOT IS REMOVED FROM ACCELERATOR.(CORRECT BY REPLACING CLIP WITH IMPROVED DESIGN WHERE NECESSARY.)
BUICK: SKYLARK: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V010000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1970 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 19917 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19700126 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19700130 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT CARBURETOR THROTTLE OPERATING CABLE MAY HAVE BEEN KINKED ORBENT DURING ASSEMBLY.THIS COULD RESULT IN CABLE BINDING AND PREVENT THROTTLEFROM CLOSING.(CORRECT BY REPLACING WITH NEW THROTTLE CABLE.)
BUICK: SKYLARK: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 68V085000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1968 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 310290 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19680909 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19680917 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT CARBURETOR THROTTLE LEVER MAY INTERFERE WITH THROTTLE RETAINING CLIP.IF THIS OCCURS, CAN CAUSE THROTTLE LEVER TO BE HELD PARTIALLY OPEN,PREVENTING ITS RETURN TO IDLE POSITION. POSSIBLE THIS WILL MAKE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO STOP.(CORRECT WHERE NECESSARY WITH IMPROVED TYPE THROTTLE RODCLIP.)
BUICK: SKYLARK: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 66V032004 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1967 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 68184 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19670106 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19660119 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT STEERING SHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED.THIS COULD CAUSE A BINDING CONDITION WHICH, EVEN THOUGH NOT NOTICABLE TO THE OWNER ,MIGHT SUBJECT THE SHAFT TO ABNORMAL STRESSES UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.SHOULD THESE STRESSES BE SEVERE ENOUGH OR EXTEND OVER A SUFFICIENT PERIOD OF TIME, THE STEERING SHAFT COULD BREAK WITH RESULTANT LOSS OF STEERING.(REPLACE ALL SHAFTS WITH IMPROVED DESIGN.)
BUICK: SKYLARK: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 69V012000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SKYLARK |
Model Year: | 1967 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19670401 - 19670401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 468 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19690203 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE AT RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY WAS TOOSHORT.(CORRECT BY INSTALLING PROPER LENGTH HOSE.ALL VEHICLES INVOLVED WERECORRECTED BY 5-11-67.)
BUICK: SOMERSET: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SOMERSET |
Model Year: | 1987 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SOMERSET: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SOMERSET |
Model Year: | 1986 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SOMERSET: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 06E043000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SOMERSET |
Model Year: | 1985 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 88303 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20061018 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20060519 |
Record Creation Date: | 20060522 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence Summary:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary:
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: SPORTWAGON: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 70V010000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SPORTWAGON |
Model Year: | 1970 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 19917 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 19700126 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19700130 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT CARBURETOR THROTTLE OPERATING CABLE MAY HAVE BEEN KINKED ORBENT DURING ASSEMBLY.THIS COULD RESULT IN CABLE BINDING AND PREVENT THROTTLEFROM CLOSING.(CORRECT BY REPLACING WITH NEW THROTTLE CABLE.)
BUICK: SPORTWAGON: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 69V012000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | SPORTWAGON |
Model Year: | 1967 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 19670401 - 19670401 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 468 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 19690203 |
Record Creation Date: | 19791012 |
Notes:
POSSIBILITY THAT FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE AT RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY WAS TOOSHORT.(CORRECT BY INSTALLING PROPER LENGTH HOSE.ALL VEHICLES INVOLVED WERECORRECTED BY 5-11-67.)
BUICK: TERRAZA: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2008 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Manufacturered: | 20040701 - 20080507 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5375 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100604 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Report Received Date: | 20100319 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100319 |
Defect Summary:
THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence Summary:
A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: TERRAZA: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2007 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Manufacturered: | 20040701 - 20080507 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5375 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100604 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Report Received Date: | 20100319 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100319 |
Defect Summary:
THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence Summary:
A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: TERRAZA: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2007 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: TERRAZA: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 05V552000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 5109 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20050901 - 20050907 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 32068 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20060331 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20051207 |
Record Creation Date: | 20051207 |
Regulation Part Number: | 571 |
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | 110 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.
Consequence Summary:
A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876, OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 05109.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: TERRAZA: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Manufacturered: | 20040701 - 20080507 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5375 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100604 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Report Received Date: | 20100319 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100319 |
Defect Summary:
THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence Summary:
A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: TERRAZA: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2006 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: TERRAZA: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V110000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Manufacturered: | 20040701 - 20080507 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 5375 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100604 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | BRAUN CORPORATION |
Report Received Date: | 20100319 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100319 |
Defect Summary:
THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence Summary:
A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: TERRAZA: PARKING BRAKE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 05V287000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Campaign Number: | 5059 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | PARKING BRAKE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Manufacturered: | 20050201 - 20050331 |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 14600 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20051114 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Report Received Date: | 20050620 |
Record Creation Date: | 20050620 |
Defect Summary:
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, 'PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEMS.' TO MEET THE STANDARD, THE VEHICLE MUST NOT MOVE FOR FIVE MINUTES WHEN STOPPED ON A STEEP HILL WITH THE PARKING BRAKE APPLIED AND THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL (N). SOME OF THESE VEHICLES FAILED THIS TEST.
Consequence Summary:
WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE IS RELEASED, THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE UNINTENDED BRAKING WHEN ACCELERATING, DECELERATING, OR COASTING, AND A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT COULD OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR PARKING BRAKE LEVER SLIPPAGE AT EACH REAR BRAKE CALIPER AND REPLACE THE CALIPER IF LEVER SLIPPAGE IS IDENTIFIED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876.
Notes:
GM RECALL NO. 05059. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
BUICK: TERRAZA: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 09E005000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA |
Model Year: | 2005 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | STEERING |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Type of Report: | E (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 979 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20090223 |
Recall Initiated By: | MFR |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20090217 |
Record Creation Date: | 20090217 |
Defect Summary:
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence Summary:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Summary:
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET DORMAN STEERING KNUCKLES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
BUICK: TERRAZA CXL: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA Campaign Number: | 10V271000 |
Vehicle/Equipment Make: | ALL IN ONE MOBILITY, INC. |
Vehicle/Equipment Model: | TERRAZA CXL |
Model Year: | 2007 |
Manufacturer Component Description: | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE |
Manufacturers Involved in Recall: | ALL IN ONE MOBILITY, INC. |
Type of Report: | V (Vehicle, Equipment or Tire) |
Potential Number of Units Affected: | 13 |
Date Owner Notified By Manufacturer: | 20100622 |
Recall Initiated By: | ODI |
Manufacturer Responsible For Recall: | ALL IN ONE MOBILITY, INC. |
Report Received Date: | 20100615 |
Record Creation Date: | 20100617 |
Defect Summary:
ALL IN ONE MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1997 THROUGH 2008 CONVERSION VANS EQUIPPED WITH VMI/RICON 6-WAY POWER SEAT BASES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF A DEFECTIVE WELD AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE PIVOTING PLATE AND THE PIVOTING PLATE PIN.
Consequence Summary:
THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY BE INJURED IF THE SEAT BASE PIN WERE TO BREAK.
Corrective Summary:
ALL IN ONE MOBILITY WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ALL IN ONE MOBILITY AT 1-503-255-5005.
Notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO VEHICLES ALTERED BY ALL IN ONE MOBILITY AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY CHRYSLER, FORD, HONDA, OR GENERAL MOTORS.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV .
