Buick Regal recalls

75 official safety recalls for the Buick Regal from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Rear suspension toe links may fracture
Reported February 26, 2026Model years 2012–2013NHTSA campaign 26V11300017,050 vehicles affected
Insufficient corrosion protection may cause the rear suspension toe links to fracture, leading to loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012â2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles that were sold or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear suspension toe links may have received improper corrosion protection, which can result in rear toe link fracture.
Consequence
Rear toe link fracture can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N252537580. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall numbers 20V764, 21V633, and 21V00F.
Brake software error may reduce power assist
Reported June 30, 2022Model years 2018–2020NHTSA campaign 22V46500023,734 vehicles affected
If vacuum-powered brake assist fails, a software error may cause loss of power brake assist and increase stopping distance. Dealers will update the electronic brake control module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. In the event of a vacuum-power brake assist failure, a software error in the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may result in a loss of power brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
Consequence
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the EBCM software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Corrosion may fracture rear suspension toe links
Reported December 22, 2021Model years 2012–2013NHTSA campaign 21V00F0004,271 vehicles affected
The protective coating on the rear toe links may chip away, allowing corrosion that can thin and fracture them. A fractured link may reduce steering control. Dealers will replace the toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
Consequence
A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212346640. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recalls 20V-764 and 21V-633.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear toe links may corrode and fracture
Reported August 12, 2021Model years 2013NHTSA campaign 21V63300032,894 vehicles affected
Rear toe link coating may chip away, exposing the metal to corrosion that can thin and fracture the links. A fracture may reduce vehicle control and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the rear toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
Consequence
A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212330130.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear toe links may corrode and fracture
Reported December 21, 2020Model years 2012–2013NHTSA campaign 20V764000220,006 vehicles affected
Corrosion protection on the rear toe links may chip or break away, leaving the metal exposed to corrosion that can thin and fracture the links. A fracture may reduce control and raise crash risk. Dealers will replace the links and adjuster fasteners free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately to fracture.
Consequence
A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on January 27, 2021, and April 15, 2021. A third notification was mailed on August 19, 201. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202308930.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front seat crossbar may be improperly welded
Reported October 24, 2019Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 19V762000341 vehicles affected
A front seat frame may have an improperly welded lower crossbar, which could reduce protection in a crash. Dealers will inspect the welds and replace the seat back frame if a weld is improper, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. The driver or passenger front seat frames may have a lower crossbar that was improperly welded.
Consequence
Seats with improper welds may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crossbar welds on the front seats. If the crossbar is improperly welded, the seat back frame will be replaced, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 26, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 20, 2020. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N192278300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear brake pistons may reduce braking performance
Reported August 30, 2018Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 18V576000210,628 vehicles affected
Insufficient coating on the rear brake caliper pistons may cause gas pockets to form and reduce braking performance, increasing crash risk. Dealers will bleed the brake system free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Consequence
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear seat belts may be routed incorrectly
Reported April 12, 2018Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 18V2300008,738 vehicles affected
Rear outboard seat belts may be routed incorrectly, which could prevent them from adequately restraining passengers in a crash and increase the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect and correct the belt routing as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick Regal vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers.
Consequence
If the seat belt fails to adequately restrain the passengers in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outboard seat belts, correcting the routing of the seat belts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 18117.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Power seat wiring may chafe
Reported July 7, 2016Model years 2011NHTSA campaign 16V51700042,984 vehicles affected
The power seat wiring harness may rub against the seat frame and chafe, causing a short circuit and increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect and secure the harness and repair chafed wires as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured November 3, 2009, to March 25, 2011, equipped with 8-way power adjustable front seats. The power seat wiring harness may contact the seat frame, causing the wires to chafe.
Consequence
Chafed harness wires may cause a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the wiring harness, and repair any chafed wires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 30710.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Ignition key may come out outside Park
Reported July 5, 2016Model years 2011NHTSA campaign 16V5020008,367 vehicles affected
The ignition key may be removed when the transmission is not in Park, allowing the vehicle to roll as occupants exit and increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Consequence
If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Electric power steering assist may fail
Reported February 24, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V10800074 vehicles affected
The power steering assist system may fail, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Regal Vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to February 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have a power-steering assist system that may fail.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 21510.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold
Reported October 26, 2015Model years 1997–2004NHTSA campaign 15V7010001,003,556 vehicles affected
Engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold and cause a fire. Dealers will replace the front valve cover and gasket as part of the improved remedy.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
Consequence
Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
Remedy
The remedy applied under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engineÂs front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, or 15V-201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Oldsmobile customer service at 1-800-442-6537 and Pontiac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15757. Note: Until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Valve cover gasket may leak oil onto exhaust manifold
Reported April 6, 2015Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 15V201000330,742 vehicles affected
A leaking valve cover gasket may allow engine oil to drip onto the hot exhaust manifold, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will remove the plastic cover and oil fill tube extension and replace the front valve cover and gasket free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 2, 2015, that they are is recalling certain model year 2004 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured April 9, 2003, to June 1, 2003, 2004 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured April 8, 2003, to June 23, 2003, and 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles manufactured April 7, 2003, to June 23, 2003. On May 18, 2015, GM expanded the recall to cover an additional 49,751 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles manufactured January 6, 2003, to June 25, 2004. In the affected vehicles, the valve cover gasket may leak.
Consequence
The leaking engine oil can drip onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the plastic cover and plastic oil fill tube extension and replace the front valve cover and gasket. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14574.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Power seat bolt may fall out
Reported July 23, 2014Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 14V447000414,333 vehicles affected
A height adjuster bolt may fall out and cause the front seat to drop suddenly, which may distract the driver or affect vehicle control and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the bolts free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.
Consequence
If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14271.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Steering fasteners may allow components to separate
Reported July 2, 2014Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 14V409000106 vehicles affected
Improperly tightened fasteners may allow steering components or the lower control arm and ball joint to separate, causing loss of steering and increasing crash risk. Dealers will check the fasteners and correct their torque as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.
Consequence
If any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14378.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Transmission shift cable may disengage
Reported February 21, 2014Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 14V092000355 vehicles affected
The shift cable adjuster may disengage, so the selected gear may differ from the indicated position. The vehicle may not be in Park and could roll away, risking injury. Dealers will inspect and replace affected adjusters free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable adjuster may disengage from the transmission shift lever. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect." They also fail to conform to FMVSS number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Consequence
If a vehicle's shift cable disengages from the transmission shift lever, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the driver may be able to shift the lever to the "PARK" position, but the vehicle transmission may not be in the "PARK" gear position. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-222-1020, Buick owners at 1-800-521-7300, and GMC owners at 1-800-462-8782. General Motors' number associated with this recall is 14048.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Generator control module may fail
Reported May 6, 2013Model years 2012–2013NHTSA campaign 13V17300042,904 vehicles affected
The generator control module may not work properly, gradually draining the battery. The engine may stall or fail to start, and there may be a burning or melting smell, smoke, or a fire in the boot. Dealers will test the module and replace it if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.
Consequence
If the vehicle is continued to be driven, the engine may stall and/or the vehicle may not start. In addition, there may be a burning or melting odor, smoke, and possibly a fire in the trunk.
Remedy
GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13136.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Turn signal bulb failure may go unnoticed
Reported October 4, 2012Model years 2011–2013NHTSA campaign 12V484000120,426 vehicles affected
If one front turn signal bulb burns out, the driver may not be alerted, and other drivers may not see the signal, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the body control module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal. If one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, there is no indication to the driver. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
If the driver is not aware that a turn signal is not functioning properly, the driver may continue to drive the vehicle. If half of a front turn signal is not illuminating, other driver's may not be aware that the affected vehicle is turning, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Buick at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 12212.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Parking lamps may not turn on
Reported March 7, 2012Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 12V0930003,633 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent the parking lamps from turning on with the parking lamps or headlamps. Reduced vehicle visibility may increase crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BUICK REGAL VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 22, 2011, THROUGH FEBRUARY 22, 2012 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108 ÂLAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.Â DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR, THE PARKING LAMPS DO NOT ACTIVATE WHEN EITHER THE PARKING LAMPS OR HEADLAMPS ARE TURNED ON.
Consequence
INADEQUATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE THE VISIBILITY OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.
Remedy
GENERAL MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE BODY CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GM AT 1-800-521-7300.
Notes
GENERAL MOTORS RECALL NO. 12048.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.
Engine oil may ignite on exhaust manifold
Reported April 8, 2009Model years 1997–2003NHTSA campaign 09V1160001,497,516 vehicles affected
Hard braking may deposit engine oil on the exhaust manifold. If the manifold is hot enough, oil may ignite and the flame may spread, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire. Dealers will install an improved front valve cover and gasket and remove the plastic engine cover and oil-fill-tube extension free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINEÂS FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINEÂS PLASTIC COVER AND PLASTIC OIL-FILL-TUBE EXTENSION, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2016. 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 <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Front rocker cover gasket may leak oil and cause a fire
Reported March 12, 2008Model years 1997–2003NHTSA campaign 08V118000207,542 vehicles affected
The front rocker cover gasket may degrade and seep oil. During hard braking, oil may reach the hot exhaust manifold and ignite; fire could spread beyond the spark plug wire channel. Dealers will fit an improved front valve cover and gasket and remove specified plastic covers and wire retainers free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINEÂS FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINEÂS PLASTIC COVER AND PLASTIC OIL-FILL-TUBE EXTENSION, ALONG WITH THE 1-3-5 SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINERS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2016. , FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2016. UNTIL THE REMEDY IS COMPLETED, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (1) 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 <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Headlamps may not illuminate overhead signs well
Reported August 10, 2004Model years 1999NHTSA campaign 04V375000199,793 vehicles affected
Low beam headlamps may provide too little illumination for drivers to read overhead signs at night. Dealers will install new low beam bulbs in both headlamp assemblies.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
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
LESS ILLUMINATION MAY REDUCE THE ABILITY OF THE DRIVER TO READ OVERHEAD SIGNS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT.
Remedy
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).
Power steering pinion bearing retainer may fail
Reported December 11, 2003Model years 1996–1998NHTSA campaign 03V527000750,283 vehicles affected
Retainer tabs may fail and release the ball bearings, making steering harder and potentially causing high resistance when turning left followed by unintended assistance to the right. Dealers will install a new lower pinion bearing or replace the gear assembly if needed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
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).
Airbag warning label does not meet requirements
Reported April 6, 2001Model years 2000–2001NHTSA campaign 01V109000116,007 vehicles affected
The airbag label’s message area is smaller than required, so the vehicle does not meet the applicable safety standard. A new bilingual label and installation instructions will be mailed; a dealer can install it free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS
Defect
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
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.
Remedy
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).
Side air bag inflator may separate during deployment
Reported November 13, 2000Model years 2000–2001NHTSA campaign 00V37100012 vehicles affected
The driver's side impact air bag inflator may separate during deployment, reducing occupant protection and possibly injuring a rear passenger. Dealers will replace the side impact air bag module.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
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).
Seat belt buckle base may not withstand crash forces
Reported August 7, 2000Model years 2000–2001NHTSA campaign 00V228003156,305 vehicles affected
The buckle base may not meet the required load strength because it was not properly heat treated. In a crash, an occupant may not be properly restrained. Dealers will check buckle date codes and replace affected buckles.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS
Defect
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
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Remedy
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).
Corroded cradle retainers may let bolts pull through
Reported July 11, 2000Model years 1988–1991NHTSA campaign 00V189000713,435 vehicles affected
Corrosion may let one or both front engine cradle bolts pull through their retainers. If both pull through, the cradle could lose support and the steering intermediate shaft could separate from the steering gear. Dealers will replace the frame/cradle bolts and retainers.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
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).
Airbag wiring corrosion may cause deployment
Reported July 3, 2000Model years 1995NHTSA campaign 00V171000268,146 vehicles affected
Corrosion in the airbag inflator wiring could cause the driver's airbag to deploy unexpectedly, including while parked or driving, and could seriously injure someone nearby. Dealers will replace the inflators.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
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
IF THE CONSUMER IS TOO CLOSE TO AN INFLATING AIR BAG, SERIOUS INJURIES COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
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).
Fuel filler hose clamp may loosen
Reported June 16, 2000Model years 2000NHTSA campaign 00V160000248 vehicles affected
The clamp securing the flexible fuel fill hose may be loose and separate, causing excessive fuel leakage. Dealers will inspect the clamp and reposition and tighten it if necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect
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
THIS COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE EXCEEDING THE PERMISSIBLE AMOUNT.
Remedy
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).
Rear spindle bolts may separate
Reported May 17, 2000Model years 2000NHTSA campaign 00V14300018,754 vehicles affected
Rear spindle bolt heads may separate, allowing a rear wheel to shift and steer the vehicle from the rear. The driver could lose control and crash. Dealers will replace the rear spindle bolts.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DRUM BRAKES. THE BOLT HEAD(S) ON THE REAR SPINDLE ROD CAN SEPARATE.
Consequence
THE REAR WHEEL CAN SHIFT, CAUSING REAR STEERING OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
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).
Vertical headlamp adjustment may be miscalibrated
Reported December 17, 1999Model years 1998–1999NHTSA campaign 99V356000411,880 vehicles affected
The vertical headlamp adjustment device may not be calibrated properly, which could impair visibility and increase the risk of a crash. Owners will receive instructions for aiming the headlamps optically.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
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
DRIVER VISIBILITY MAY BE IMPAIRED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
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).
Windshield wipers may stop working
Reported December 16, 1999Model years 1997NHTSA campaign 99V348000155,149 vehicles affected
The wipers may stop working if the drive pin separates from the crank arm. Reduced visibility could increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect for a water deflector and, if needed, replace the crank arm and install a deflector, sealing material and a reinforcement.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Defect
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
DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
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).
ABS motor short may overheat brake pipe and cause fire
Reported July 9, 1999Model years 1999NHTSA campaign 99V170000168,559 vehicles affected
With the key on, the ABS motor may short to its case and ground through a flexible brake fluid pipe. The pipe could overheat and melt a nearby plastic fuel hose, potentially causing an underhood fire. Dealers will install a ground cable from the electronic brake control module to the engine compartment body rail.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
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).
Rear seat belt anchor plate may crack
Reported December 1, 1998Model years 1995NHTSA campaign 98V306000111,470 vehicles affected
Stress cracks in the center rear seat belt anchor plate may cause the belt system to fracture in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The remedy is to replace the center rear seat belt system.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect
THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM CAN FRACTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy
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).
Owner manual lacks headlamp aiming information
Reported May 15, 1998Model years 1997–1998NHTSA campaign 98V102000149,342 vehicles affected
Without the required headlamp aiming information, owners may be unable to aim replacement headlamp assemblies properly. Owners will be mailed an insert with the information.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
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
IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.
Remedy
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).
Right front brake pipe may wear through
Reported November 14, 1997Model years 1997NHTSA campaign 97V2230004,387 vehicles affected
The right front brake pipe can rub against the power steering assembly and wear through, causing fluid loss and eventual loss of half the braking system. Dealers will check clearance, reposition and secure assemblies, and replace and reroute damaged pipes.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE PIPE CAN CONTACT THE PIOWER STEERING ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BRAKE LINE TO WEAR THROUGH.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN THE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND EVENTUAL LOSS OF HALF OF THE VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM.
Remedy
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.
Center rear seat belt anchor plate may crack
Reported April 18, 1997Model years 1995NHTSA campaign 97V06500050,709 vehicles affected
Stress cracks in the center rear seat belt anchor plate can cause the belt system to fracture in a crash, risking occupant injury. Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect
THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM CAN FRACTURE AND INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT CAN OCCUR.
Remedy
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.
Corroded rear cradle retainers may let bolts pull through
Reported April 8, 1997Model years 1988–1991NHTSA campaign 97V058000676,535 vehicles affected
Corrosion can let the rear cradle bolts pull through their retainers. If both bolts pull through, the cradle may lose support and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear, risking a crash. Dealers will replace the bolts and retainers.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE
Defect
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
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT.
Remedy
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.
Wiper switch power wire may fail
Reported February 11, 1997Model years 1994–1995NHTSA campaign 97V017000349,331 vehicles affected
A strained or separated power wire may make the washer or wipers work intermittently or stop, reducing visibility in severe weather and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the switch with a newly designed one.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
Defect
SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A STRAINED OR SEPARATED WASHER/WIPER SWITCH POWER FEED WIRE.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Backfire may break intake manifold
Reported July 1, 1996Model years 1996NHTSA campaign 96V116000275,811 vehicles affected
A backfire during starting may break the upper intake manifold, causing a no-start condition or possibly an engine-compartment fire. Dealers will update the powertrain control module programming. Until repaired, the hood should be shut when starting.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect
A BACKFIRE DURING ENGINE STARTING CAN CAUSE BREAKAGE OF THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A NO-START CONDITION AND POSSIBLY AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy
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.
Front brake line may wear through
Reported April 19, 1996Model years 1996NHTSA campaign 96V06900043,213 vehicles affected
The left front brake line can rub against a transaxle bracket or bolt and wear through, leaking fluid and eventually disabling half of the brake system. Dealers will check clearance, reposition lines and replace any line with a contact indentation.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE LINE CAN CONTACT THE TRANSAXLE MOUNTING BRACKET OR ATTACHMENT BOLT.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Front side marker bulbs may be clear instead of amber
Reported August 8, 1995Model years 1991–1995NHTSA campaign 95V15200083,247 vehicles affected
Clear bulbs were installed in place of amber front side marker bulbs. When lit, they may momentarily confuse other drivers. Dealers will replace the clear bulbs with amber bulbs.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect
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
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: DURING ILLUMINATION, THE BULBS WILL SHOW CLEAR RATHER THAN AMBER AND COULD MOMENTARILY CONFUSE OTHER DRIVERS.
Remedy
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.
Wheel mounting surface may crack
Reported June 5, 1995Model years 1988–1990NHTSA campaign 95V11500022,361 vehicles affected
Cracks in the wheel mounting surface can worsen until a wheel separates. A separating wheel can cause loss of steering and brake control and a crash without warning. Dealers will check wheel date codes and replace assemblies within the specified range.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
WHEELS
Defect
CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE. IF THESE CRACKS BECOME SEVERE ENOUGH, THE WHEEL WILL COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Wheel mounting surface may crack
Reported March 28, 1995Model years 1988–1990NHTSA campaign 94V041000198,163 vehicles affected
Cracks may develop in a wheel's mounting surface and become severe enough for the wheel to separate, causing loss of steering and brake control and a possible crash. Dealers will inspect wheel codes and replace wheels within the specified range.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
WHEELS
Defect
CRACKS DEVELOP IN THE WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE. IF THESE CRACKS BECOME SEVERE ENOUGH, THE WHEEL WILL COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Rear brake hoses may wear through
Reported March 22, 1995Model years 1994–1995NHTSA campaign 95V061000199,572 vehicles affected
Rear brake hoses can rub against suspension parts and wear through, causing brake fluid loss and eventual brake failure. Dealers will check hose position and replace and route any incorrectly positioned hoses.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
THE REAR WHEEL BRAKE HOSE(S) CAN CONTACT THE REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CAUSING THE BRAKE HOSE(S) TO WEAR THROUGH.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND EVENTUAL LOSS OF THE VEHICLE BRAKING SYSTEM INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
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.
Steering column bolts may loosen or fall out
Reported February 27, 1995Model years 1995NHTSA campaign 95V030000420 vehicles affected
Under-torqued support bracket bolts may loosen or fall out, causing loss of steering control. Dealers will retorque the bolts to specification.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Defect
THE FOUR (4) STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS WERE UNDER TORQUED DURING ASSEMBLY.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Front park/turn signal bulb may be too dim
Reported November 21, 1994Model years 1995NHTSA campaign 94V2290001,022 vehicles affected
The incorrect bulb may make the front park/turn signals less visible to other motorists. Dealers will replace it with the correct bulb.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
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.
Fuel feed hose may pull out and leak
Reported September 3, 1993Model years 1991NHTSA campaign 93V14500011,432 vehicles affected
The fuel feed hose can pull out of its coupling and leak fuel. If fuel reaches an ignition source, an engine-compartment fire could occur. Install a new fuel feed hose.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
THE FUEL FEED HOSE CAN PULL OUT OF THE CRIMPED COUPLING AT THE ENGINE END OF THE HOSE ASSEMBLY, CAUSING FUEL LEAKAGE.
Consequence
IF THE COUPLING WERE TO SEPARATE AND AN IGNITION SOURCEIS PRESENT, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
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.
Front seat backs may not latch
Reported March 9, 1993Model years 1993NHTSA campaign 93V0350005,574 vehicles affected
The front seat back mechanisms may fail to latch and could recline without warning, creating a hazard for occupants and risking loss of vehicle control. The manual recliner mechanisms will be replaced with compliant mechanisms.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
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
THE SEATS MAY RECLINE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, RESULTINGIN A HAZARD TO SEAT OCCUPANTS AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Remedy
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.
Shoulder belt guides may crack
Reported January 10, 1992Model years 1991NHTSA campaign 92V003000347,866 vehicles affected
Front door shoulder belt guide loops may be cracked and not comply with safety requirements, increasing the risk of injury in a sudden stop or crash. Reinforcing plates will be installed on cracked guides.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS
Defect
THE FRONT DOOR SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOPS MAY BE CRACKED AND ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 208.
Consequence
THE SEAT OCCUPANT FACES INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THEEVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.
Remedy
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.
Transmission reverse servo pin may bind
Reported December 6, 1991Model years 1992NHTSA campaign 91V21400010,141 vehicles affected
The reverse servo apply pin may bind, causing loss or slipping of reverse, poor performance in Drive, or reverse when the indicator shows Neutral. Unexpected rearward movement could cause a crash. The transaxle will be replaced where required.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect
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
IF THE TRANSMISSION REMAINS IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFTINDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AND RESULTIN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
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.
Front seat belt webbing may separate
Reported October 2, 1991Model years 1990–1991NHTSA campaign 91V005000412,792 vehicles affected
Front shoulder belt webbing may separate at an upper guide loop, increasing the risk of injury to belted front occupants in a high-energy crash. A controlled rotation bracket will be installed on both front seat belt guide loops.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS
Defect
FRONT SHOULDER SAFETY BELT WEBBING MAY SEPARATE AT FRONT BELT UPPER GUIDE LOOPS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE FRONT SEAT.
Consequence
WEBBING SEPARATION COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING ANDINCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO BELTED FRONT OUTBOARD OCCUPANTS IN A HIGH ENERGYCRASH.
Remedy
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.
Stoplamp switch may fail
Reported October 16, 1990Model years 1989–1990NHTSA campaign 90V185000476,422 vehicles affected
A faulty switch may keep the stoplamps from illuminating when braking or leave them on. On vehicles with cruise control, it may also cause cruise control to resume when the brake pedal is released. Either condition could contribute to a crash. An improved stoplamp switch will be installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
INSTALL AN IMPROVED DESIGN STOPLAMP SWITCH.
Notes
SYSTEM: BRAKE STOPLAMP SWITCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.NOTE: ALSO SEE NHTSA RECALL 92V086000.
Owner's manual omits seat belt instructions
Reported June 6, 1990Model years 1990NHTSA campaign 90V11200051,834 vehicles affected
The manual does not fully explain the front shoulder belt comfort feature. Incorrect restraint use could cause injury in a crash. A sticker with the missing information will be added to the manual.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Defect
OWNERS MANUALS DID NOT FULLY EXPLAIN HOW FRONT SHOULDER BELT COMFORT FEATURE WORKS.
Consequence
CARS WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 208, AND INCORRECT USE OF SAFETY RESTRAINTS COULD LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS IF AN ACCIDENTSHOULD OCCUR.
Remedy
INSERT STICKER THAT PROVIDES MISSING INFORMATION IN OWNERS MANUALS.
Notes
SYSTEM: SAFETY BELTS; FMVSS 208.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Front shoulder belt guide fastener may pull through
Reported March 14, 1990Model years 1988–1990NHTSA campaign 90V054000673,000 vehicles affected
The front shoulder belt guide fastener may pull through its door mounted anchor plate. In a crash, the belt may not restrain an occupant properly, increasing the risk of injury. Replace the guide loop attachment nuts and install a new guide cover.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS
Defect
FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHMENT FASTENER MAY PULL THROUGH DOOR MOUNTED ANCHOR PLATE.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
REPLACE FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHMENT NUTS AND INSTALL NEW GUIDE COVER.
Notes
SYSTEM: SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE; FMVSS 210.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Cruise control bushing may slip out of place
Reported June 16, 1989Model years 1984–1987NHTSA campaign 89V1020001,755,897 vehicles affected
A nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out, causing unexpected increases in engine speed or engine run-on with the ignition off. The servo rod assembly could catch on engine components and cause a stuck throttle. A new bushing will be installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect
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
SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
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.
Fuel return lines may fracture and leak
Reported December 6, 1988Model years 1989NHTSA campaign 88V1880003,784 vehicles affected
Fuel return lines may fracture and leak near the fuel tank. If fuel meets an ignition source, a fire could result. The remedy is to install a new fuel return pipe assembly.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect
FUEL RETURN LINES COULD FRACTURE AND ALLOW FUEL TO LEAK IN THE AREA OF THE FUEL TANK.
Consequence
IN PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, THIS CONDITION COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
INSTALL NEW FUEL RETURN PIPE ASSEMBLY.
Notes
SYSTEM: FUEL RETURN PIPE ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Front brake hose may wear through
Reported July 6, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V1090008,328 vehicles affected
Incorrectly positioned components may let the left front brake hose rub against the fender lining or rail and wear through. Brake fluid loss could reduce braking capability. The hose will be inspected and replaced as necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
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
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND A PARTIALLOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSPECT LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE FOR PROPER INSTALLATION AND REPLACE, AS NECESSARY.
Notes
SYSTEM: LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Steering joints may loosen and separate
Reported April 18, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V0660003,221 vehicles affected
A lower control arm to ball joint attachment may loosen, and tie rod ball stud nuts may also loosen if not properly tightened. Either joint could separate, causing loss of steering control. Both lower control arms will be replaced and tie rod nut torque checked.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect
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
CONTINUED OPERATION OF CAR WITH EITHER CONDITION COULDRESULT IN SEPARATION OF THAT JOINT AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND ANACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE BOTH LOWER CONTROL ARMS; ALSO, CHECK TIE ROD BALL STUD NUT TORQUE.
Notes
SYSTEM: STEERING/SUSPENSION.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Secondary hood latch may not engage
Reported April 18, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V06500012,457 vehicles affected
The secondary hood latch may fail to engage. If the primary latch releases, the hood could open while driving, obstruct the driver's view and cause a crash. The secondary latch will be replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Defect
THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
REPLACE SECONDARY LATCH WITH A NEW LATCH.
Notes
SYSTEM: HOOD LATCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Shift cable may disengage
Reported March 28, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V04500017,745 vehicles affected
Interference between the transmission shift cable and a steering column clip could disengage the cable. The transmission may then be in a different gear from the indicator, and the vehicle could move unexpectedly. A newly designed clip will be installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
Defect
AN INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE AND THE BELLCRANK CLIP IN THE STEERING COLUMN CAN RESULT IN DISENGAGEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION CABLE.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
A NEWLY DESIGNED BELLCRANK CLIP WILL BE INSTALLED.
Notes
SYSTEM: TRANSMISSION/SHIFT LINKAGE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Brake light switch may fail
Reported March 24, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V0400009,661 vehicles affected
A loose switch contact could overheat, melt the surrounding plastic and stick open. The brake lights may then fail, and cruise control could resume when the brake pedal is released. The switch will be replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
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
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.
Remedy
THE ROTARY SOPLAMP SWITCH WILL BE REPLACED ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES.
Notes
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL/STOP LAMPSWITCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Headlight switch may overheat and cycle the lights
Reported January 8, 1988Model years 1985–1986NHTSA campaign 88V014000179,390 vehicles affected
Extended headlamp use may increase resistance and cause excessive heat in the switch panel. The headlights could cycle on and off, and a sudden loss of lights could cause a crash. The switch will be replaced with a modified one.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
UNDER EXTENDED HEADLAMP USAGE, CIRCUITRY IN THE HEADLAMP SWITCH PANEL MIGHT EXPERIENCE INCREASED RESISTANCE AND EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILDUP.
Consequence
HEADLIGHTS WOULD CYCLE ON AND OFF. SUDDEN LOSS OFHEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTIMER DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WITH MODIFIED SWITCH.
Notes
SYSTEM: HEADLAMP SWITCH CIRCUITRY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Transmission linkage may separate
Reported October 26, 1987Model years 1987NHTSA campaign 87V16800011,936 vehicles affected
An improperly formed transmission manual valve link may separate, causing a gear selection different from the driver's choice. The vehicle could also be started in gear and move unexpectedly. The remedy is to replace the manual valve detent lever link.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Defect
MANUAL VALVE LINK IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE DETENT LEVER LINK.
Notes
SYSTEM: TRANSMISSIONVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND WAGONS WITH 200 4R TRANSMISSIONS.
Body pillar cracks may let door open in a crash
Reported August 10, 1987Model years 1985–1986NHTSA campaign 87V124000261,171 vehicles affected
Cracks may develop around the door striker bolt hole, making the door difficult to close and possibly allowing it to open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Reinforcement plates will be installed on both body pillars.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE
Defect
SMALL CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE BODY PILLAR AROUND THE DOOR STRIKER BOLT HOLE.
Consequence
CRACKS WOULD INCREASE LEADING TO DIFFICULTY IN CLOSINGTHE DOOR AND MIGHT ALLOW DOOR TO COME OPEN DURING A CRASH, INCREASINGLIKELIHOOD OF INJURY TO OCCUPANTS.
Remedy
INSTALL INNER AND OUTER REINFORCEMENT PLATE ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT BODY PILLARS.
Notes
SYSTEM: BODY PILLARVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TWO DOOR PASSENGER CARS.
Driver's shoulder belt anchor may pull loose
Reported July 14, 1986Model years 1986NHTSA campaign 86V0930002,223 vehicles affected
The driver's shoulder belt anchor plate may be installed upside down, leaving the bolt improperly secured. In a crash, the bolt may pull loose and the belt may not restrain the occupant as intended. A reinforcement and new bolt will be installed as necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Throttle return spring may fail
Reported February 21, 1986Model years 1985NHTSA campaign 86V030000135,623 vehicles affected
The throttle return spring assembly may fail to return the throttle to idle when the accelerator is released. Engine speed may not decrease, risking loss of accelerator control and a crash. The throttle return spring will be replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
Defect
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.
Remedy
REPLACE THROTTLE RETURN SPRING.
Notes
SYSTEM: THROTTLE RETURN SPRING. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 2.5 LITER 4 CYLINDER ENGINES.
Certification label is missing required statement
Reported September 19, 1985Model years 1985NHTSA campaign 85V1140006,735 vehicles affected
The certification label is missing a required federal statement, so the vehicle does not comply with the cited regulation. Corrected labels are being mailed for installation on the left front door.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
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.
Remedy
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).
Rear bumper may fracture in a collision
Reported April 29, 1985Model years 1984–1985NHTSA campaign 85V049000196,939 vehicles affected
The rear bumper may fracture in a rear-end collision, puncture the fuel tank and cause a leak that could lead to a fire and burn injuries. Dealers will replace the bumper brackets and reinforcement.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Windshield may separate in a crash
Reported April 26, 1985Model years 1985NHTSA campaign 85V04700020 vehicles affected
Poor paint bonding around the windshield opening may allow the windshield to separate in a crash, increasing the risk of an unbelted occupant being ejected and seriously injured. Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield if poor paint bonding is found.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Defect
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.
Remedy
REMOVE AND REINSTALL WINDSHIELD IF A LACK OF PAINT BONDING IS EVIDENT.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. SYSTEM: WINDSHIELD/FMVSS 212.
Steering gear bolts may be loose
Reported March 5, 1985Model years 1984NHTSA campaign 85V02400048 vehicles affected
A steering gear bolt may not be tight enough, allowing the gear to loosen from the frame and cause loss of steering control. Dealers will tighten the steering gear bolts.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Defect
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.
Remedy
TIGHTEN THE STEERING GEAR TO FRAME BOLTS.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. SYSTEM: STEERING GEAR ATTACHING BOLTS.
Front seat belt retractors may not perform adequately
Reported November 27, 1984Model years 1985NHTSA campaign 84V15400019 vehicles affected
The front seat belt retractors may not perform adequately in a collision. The dealer will replace both front retractors free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect
THE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTORS WHICH MAY NOT PERFORM ADEQUATELY DURING A COLLISION.
Remedy
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.
Tie rod bolts may loosen
Reported October 10, 1984Model years 1985NHTSA campaign 84V12400010,359 vehicles affected
Bolts fastening the tie rods to their adjusters may loosen, allowing a tie rod to detach. The tie rod end bolts will be tightened without cost to the owner.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Seat back lock may fail in a crash
Reported February 6, 1984Model years 1984NHTSA campaign 84V01100076,586 vehicles affected
Some seat back locks may not meet the stated safety standard and may fail to function in a crash. Locks with bent, broken, or missing hooks will be replaced after inspection.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Rear brake pipe may leak from chafing
Reported October 13, 1983Model years 1983NHTSA campaign 83V1060004,667 vehicles affected
The rear brake pipe may chafe against the air cleaner bracket and develop a leak. Dealers will adjust the pipe for three quarter inch clearance and replace pipes showing signs of wear.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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Rear suspension toe links may fracture

Brake software error may reduce power assist

Corrosion may fracture rear suspension toe links

Rear toe links may corrode and fracture

Rear toe links may corrode and fracture

Front seat crossbar may be improperly welded

Rear brake pistons may reduce braking performance

Rear seat belts may be routed incorrectly

Power seat wiring may chafe

Ignition key may come out outside Park

Electric power steering assist may fail

Engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold

Valve cover gasket may leak oil onto exhaust manifold

Power seat bolt may fall out

Steering fasteners may allow components to separate

Transmission shift cable may disengage

Generator control module may fail

Turn signal bulb failure may go unnoticed

Parking lamps may not turn on

Engine oil may ignite on exhaust manifold

Front rocker cover gasket may leak oil and cause a fire

Headlamps may not illuminate overhead signs well

Power steering pinion bearing retainer may fail

Airbag warning label does not meet requirements

Side air bag inflator may separate during deployment

Seat belt buckle base may not withstand crash forces

Corroded cradle retainers may let bolts pull through

Airbag wiring corrosion may cause deployment

Fuel filler hose clamp may loosen

Rear spindle bolts may separate

Vertical headlamp adjustment may be miscalibrated

Windshield wipers may stop working

ABS motor short may overheat brake pipe and cause fire

Rear seat belt anchor plate may crack

Owner manual lacks headlamp aiming information

Right front brake pipe may wear through

Center rear seat belt anchor plate may crack

Corroded rear cradle retainers may let bolts pull through

Wiper switch power wire may fail

Backfire may break intake manifold

Front brake line may wear through

Front side marker bulbs may be clear instead of amber

Wheel mounting surface may crack

Wheel mounting surface may crack

Rear brake hoses may wear through

Steering column bolts may loosen or fall out

Front park/turn signal bulb may be too dim

Fuel feed hose may pull out and leak

Front seat backs may not latch

Shoulder belt guides may crack

Transmission reverse servo pin may bind

Front seat belt webbing may separate

Stoplamp switch may fail

Owner's manual omits seat belt instructions

Front shoulder belt guide fastener may pull through

Cruise control bushing may slip out of place

Fuel return lines may fracture and leak

Front brake hose may wear through

Steering joints may loosen and separate

Secondary hood latch may not engage

Shift cable may disengage

Brake light switch may fail

Headlight switch may overheat and cycle the lights

Transmission linkage may separate

Body pillar cracks may let door open in a crash

Driver's shoulder belt anchor may pull loose

Throttle return spring may fail

Certification label is missing required statement

Rear bumper may fracture in a collision

Windshield may separate in a crash

Steering gear bolts may be loose

Front seat belt retractors may not perform adequately

Tie rod bolts may loosen

Seat back lock may fail in a crash

Rear brake pipe may leak from chafing