Pontiac Grand Prix recalls

49 official safety recalls for the Pontiac Grand Prix 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:

  1. 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 engine’s 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.

  2. Headlamp module may overheat and fail

    Reported August 14, 2015Model years 2007NHTSA campaign 15V519000429,170 vehicles affected

    The headlamp driver module may overheat and fail, leaving the headlamps and daytime running lights off and reducing visibility for the driver and other road users. Dealers will replace the module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
    Defect
    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
    Consequence
    Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
    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.

  3. 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.

  4. Ignition switch may move out of run position

    Reported July 3, 2014Model years 2004–2008NHTSA campaign 14V4000005,877,718 vehicles affected

    The key ring's weight or a jarring event may move the ignition switch out of the run position and turn off the engine. The airbags may then fail to deploy in a crash. Dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
    Defect
    This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
    Consequence
    If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
    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.

  5. 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 ENGINE’S FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINE’S 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> .

  6. 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 ENGINE’S FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINE’S 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> .

  7. Fuel tank layers may allow fuel or vapour to seep out

    Reported October 31, 2006Model years 2007NHTSA campaign 06V4190001,602 vehicles affected

    The fuel tank may be missing adhesive that bonds its barrier layer to the outer shell, allowing fuel or vapour to seep out and increasing fire risk. Dealers will check the tank serial number and replace the tank if necessary.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK IS MISSING THE ADHESIVE LAYER THAT BONDS THE BARRIER LAYER TO THE OUTER SHELL OF THE FUEL TANK.
    Consequence
    WITH THIS CONDITION, FUEL AND/OR FUEL VAPORS COULD SEEP OUT BETWEEN THE LAYERS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SERIAL NUMBER ON THE FUEL TANK AND REPLACE THE FUEL TANK IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 13, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
    Notes
    GM RECALL NO. 06160.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  8. Accelerator pedal may not return to idle

    Reported February 9, 2005Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 05V04600019,924 vehicles affected

    If one of the accelerator pedal return springs fails in temperatures from -22 degrees F to -40 degrees F, the engine may not return to idle within three seconds. Stopping may require more brake pedal force and a longer distance. Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
    Defect
    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, 'ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS.' IF ONE OF THE TWO ACCELERATOR PEDAL RETURN SPRINGS FAILS AND THE TEMPERATURE IS -22 DEGREES F TO -40 DEGREES F, THE ENGINE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WITHIN THREE SECONDS, AS REQUIRED.
    Consequence
    IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, GREATER BRAKE PEDAL FORCE AND A LONGER DISTANCE MAY BE REQUIRED TO STOP THE VEHICLE.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 8, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
    Notes
    GM RECALL NO. 05018.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  9. Frame bracket may fracture and affect steering

    Reported June 23, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V299000281 vehicles affected

    The front frame body mount bracket may fracture and deteriorate until the intermediate steering shaft separates, causing loss of steering control and a possible crash. Dealers will inspect the frame and replace it if necessary.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
    Defect
    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION WHERE THE FRONT FRAME REAR BODY MOUNT BRACKET MAY FRACTURE.
    Consequence
    IF IGNORED, THE BRACKET WOULD FRACTURE AND DEGRADE TO THE POINT WHERE THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT COULD SEPARATE, RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 16, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
    Notes
    GM RECALL NO.04056. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  10. Front brake caliper bolts may loosen

    Reported June 23, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V28700047,991 vehicles affected

    Under-torqued bolts may allow movement between the brake caliper bracket and steering knuckle. A wheel could lock, braking or steering control could be reduced, or a brake hose could be severed, potentially causing a crash. Dealers will tighten both bolts to the specified torque.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
    Defect
    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH LOWER THAN SPECIFIED TORQUE ON BOTH FRONT BRAKE CALIPER TO STEERING KNUCKLE ATTACHMENT BOLTS. WITH IMPROPER TORQUE, THE CLAMP LOAD AT THE JOINT MAY NOT BE ADEQUATE TO PREVENT MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE CALIPER BRACKET AND KNUCKLE.
    Consequence
    DEPENDING ON WHETHER ONE OR BOTH BOLTS BACKS OUT OR FRACTURES, THE RESULT CAN BE LOCKING OF THE AFFECTED WHEEL DURING BRAKING AND AN ABRUPT STEERING INPUT IN THE DIRECTION OF THE LOCKED WHEEL, REDUCED BRAKING AND NOISE FROM THE AFFECTED WHEEL, OR SEVERING OF A BRAKE HOSE, INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL, AND REDUCED STEERING CONTROL. REDUCED BRAKING OR STEERING CONTROL COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS ARE TO TIGHTEN BOTH BOLTS TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 28, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET 1-800-630-2438 OR PONTIAC 1-800-620-7668.
    Notes
    RECALL NO. 04049.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  11. Power steering pinion bearing retainer may fail

    Reported December 11, 2003Model years 1996NHTSA 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).

  12. Rear brake hose fitting may leak fluid

    Reported September 12, 2003Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 03V33100059,528 vehicles affected

    A loose right rear brake hose fitting may leak fluid, lowering the brake pedal and increasing stopping distances. Dealers will tighten the fitting to specification and add brake fluid if needed.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
    Defect
    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, "PASSENGER CAR BRAKING SYSTEMS." ON SOME OF THESE VEHICLES, THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE HOSE FITTING MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED PROPERLY, AND A BRAKE FLUID LEAK COULD OCCUR.
    Consequence
    IF ENOUGH FLUID LEAKS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL BE LOWER THAN NORMAL, AND STOPPING DISTANCES WILL BE LONGER. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN STOPPING DISTANCE IS LIMITED, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE HOSE FITTING TO THE PROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATION, AND ADD BRAKE FLUID IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 28, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
    Notes
    GM RECALL NO. 03045.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  13. Passenger air bag may have incorrect pressure

    Reported December 9, 2002Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 02V329000272 vehicles affected

    A passenger air bag without a check valve pin can produce increased pressure at the start of deployment and reduced pressure afterward. This could increase injury severity for an unrestrained person close to the air bag or reduce protection for a restrained passenger. Dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace the air bag. The remedy is free.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND MINI VANS, SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A PASSENGER AIR BAG THAT WAS MANUFACTURED WITHOUT A CHECK VALVE PIN. AN AIR BAG WITHOUT THE CHECK VALVE PIN COULD PRODUCE INCREASED PRESSURE AT THE ONSET OF THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT AND REDUCED PRESSURE AFTERWARD.
    Consequence
    THIS COULD INCREASE THE SEVERITY OF INJURY TO A PERSON WHO WAS NOT PROPERLY RESTRAINED AND WHO WAS CLOSE TO THE PASSENGER AIR BAG AT THE TIME OF DEPLOYMENT. IT COULD ALSO REDUCE THE AB8ILITY OF THE AIR BAG TO PROTECT A RESTRAINED FRONT SEAT PASSENGER.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 16, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR SATURN AT 1-800-553-6000, PROMPT #3.
    Notes
    GM RECALL NO. 02061. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  14. Steering bearing may fail

    Reported November 4, 2002Model years 1997–1998NHTSA campaign 02V2860001,159,156 vehicles affected

    A lower pinion bearing retainer may fail and let its ball bearings escape, making the steering harder to turn or causing unexpected steering assist to the right. This could lead to a crash. Dealers will install a new bearing or replace the gear assembly if needed.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING:RACK AND PINION
    Defect
    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS HAVE LOWER PINION BEARINGS IN THE POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY IN WHICH THE RETAINER TABS WERE NOT CRIMPED PROPERLY. THESE AND SOME OTHER RETAINERS USED IN VEHICLES ASSEMBLED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 1996 AND OCTOBER 31, 1997, 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 JANUARY 24, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.
    Notes
    GM RECALL NO. 02049.ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  15. Driver airbag inflator may explode

    Reported January 25, 2002Model years 1999NHTSA campaign 02V0270001,730 vehicles affected

    Excessive internal pressure in the driver airbag inflator can cause it to explode during deployment. Metal and plastic debris could severely injure occupants. Dealers will replace the driver airbag module, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS, THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG INFLATOR MODULES COULD PRODUCE EXCESSIVE INTERNAL PRESSURE. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT WOULD TRIGGER A DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, THE INCREASED INTERNAL PRESSURE CAN CAUSE THE INFLATOR MODULE TO EXPLODE.
    Consequence
    METAL AND PLASTIC DEBRIS COULD CAUSE SEVERE INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 1, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.
    Notes
    ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  16. Passenger airbag inflator may explode or fail to inflate

    Reported February 1, 2001Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 01V02600038 vehicles affected

    An inflator with too much generant may explode during deployment and send debris into the vehicle, causing severe injury. An inflator with none may fail to inflate the airbag, increasing the risk of serious injury. Dealers will replace the passenger airbag module, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Defect
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND MINIVANS. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG INFLATOR MODULES WERE BUILT WITHOUT THE CORRECT AMOUNT OF GENERANT, WHICH PRODUCES THE GAS THAT FILLS THE AIR BAG. SOME WERE BUILT WITH A DOUBLE LOAD OF GENERANT AND SOME WERE BUILT WITHOUT GENERANT.
    Consequence
    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT WOULD TRIGGER A PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, A DOUBLE LOAD OF GENERANT CAN CAUSE THE INFLATOR MODULE TO EXPLODE. IF THE AIR BAG MODULE EXPLODES, METAL AND PLASTIC DEBRIS COULD CAUSE SEVERE INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANT. A MODULE WITH NO GENERANT WOULD NOT INFLATE THE AIR BAG, AND THE OCCUPANTS COULD RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE. TELEPHONE CALLS WERE MADE TO OWNERS ON JANUARY 29, 2001. FOLLOW UP OWNER MAILING BEGAN ON APRIL 17, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, OR SATURN AT 1-800-553-6000.
    Notes
    ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  17. 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).

  18. 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).

  19. 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).

  20. Passenger air bag inflator may explode

    Reported October 21, 1999Model years 2000NHTSA campaign 99V283000111 vehicles affected

    An undersized inflator opening may cause the passenger air bag inflator to explode during deployment, sending debris that could severely injure an occupant. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag modules.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Defect
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MODULES HAVE AN UNDERSIZED INFLATOR ORIFICE.
    Consequence
    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT WOULD TRIGGER A PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, THIS UNDERSIZED ORIFICE CAN CAUSE THE INFLATOR MODULE TO EXPLODE. IF AN AIR BAG INFLATOR MODULE EXPLODES, METAL AND/OR PLASTIC DEBRIS COULD CAUSE SEVERE INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MODULES.
    Notes
    GM RECALL NO. 99073.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 27, 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 CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  21. 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).

  22. 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.

  23. 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.

  24. 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.

  25. 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.

  26. 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.

  27. 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.

  28. Headlamp circuit may overload

    Reported December 15, 1992Model years 1991NHTSA campaign 92V1820006,013 vehicles affected

    Using the fog lamps and high and low beam headlamps together may overload the circuit breaker and switch off the headlamps and fog lights, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Relays, circuit breakers and terminals will be replaced, and the circuit modified.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
    Defect
    THE FOG LAMPS, LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS, AND HIGH BEAM HEADLAMPS CAN BE OPERATED SIMULTANEOUSLY. THIS CAN CAUSE THE HEADLAMP CIRCUIT BREAKER TO OVERLOAD AND TRIP, RESULTING IN LOSS OF HEADLAMPS (LOW AND HIGH BEAM) AND FOG LIGHTS.
    Consequence
    LOSS OF HEADLAMPS WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING REDUCES DRIVERVISIBILITY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS OR AT NIGHT, AND COULD RESULT IN AVEHICLE ACCIDENT. IN ADDITION, THE USE OF MORE THAN FOUR (4) WHITE LIGHTS ON AVEHICLE AT THE SAME TIME VIOLATES THE LAW IN SOME STATES.
    Remedy
    INSTALL NEW FOG LAMP RELAYS, NEW CIRCUIT BREAKERS AND NEW CIRCUIT BREAKER TERMINALS. ALSO, MODIFY THE LIGHTING CIRCUIT TO PREVENT THE FOG LAMPS AND HIGH BEAM LAMPS FROM OPERATING SIMULTANEOUSLY.
    Notes
    SYSTEM: LIGHTING; HEADLAMPS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, COUPES ONLY.

  29. Brake lights may fail or stay on

    Reported June 19, 1992Model years 1988–1989NHTSA campaign 92V086000112,765 vehicles affected

    A faulty stoplamp switch may prevent the brake lights from illuminating or keep them on. On vehicles with cruise control, it may also cause cruise control to resume when the brake is released. An improved 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 MAY NOT STAY ILLUMINATED ALL THE TIME WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED DUE TO A FAULTY STOPLAMP SWITCH. ALSO, IN VEHICLES 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: THIS RECALL AUGMENTS NHTSA RECALL 90V185000.

  30. 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.

  31. 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.

  32. Front seat belt webbing may separate

    Reported October 2, 1991Model years 1990NHTSA 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.

  33. 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.

  34. 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.

  35. Exhaust heat shield may puncture fuel tank

    Reported February 20, 1990Model years 1990NHTSA campaign 90V0360001,121 vehicles affected

    In a rear-end collision, the rear exhaust heat shield may puncture the fuel tank. Leaking fuel could cause a fire if it meets an ignition source. The heat shield will be removed from the exhaust pipe assembly.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    DURING A REAR END COLLISION, THE REAR EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT SHIELD, WHICH IS WELDED TO THE TAIL PIPE ASSEMBLY, MAY PUNCTURE THE FUEL TANK.
    Consequence
    IN THE PRESENCE OF AN EXTERNAL SOURCE OF IGNITION, THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
    Remedy
    REMOVE REAR EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT SHIELD FROM THE PIPE ASSEMBLY.
    Notes
    SYSTEM: FUEL TANK - EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS;SE TURBO MODELS ONLY.

  36. Turbocharger oil feed pipe may contact starter stud

    Reported July 6, 1989Model years 1989NHTSA campaign 89V108000247 vehicles affected

    A misrouted turbocharger oil feed pipe may contact the starter motor's positive battery cable stud, causing an electrical ground that could lead to an engine compartment fire. The pipe will be rerouted, and a redesigned clamp and bracket installed to keep it away from the starter.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
    Defect
    MISROUTING OF TURBOCHARGER OIL FEED PIPE COULD ALLOW PIPE TO CONTACT THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE CONNECTING STUD ON THE STARTER MOTOR.
    Consequence
    THIS COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL GROUND THAT COULD RESULTIN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
    Remedy
    REROUTE OIL FEED PIPE; ALSO INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED CLAMP AND BRACKET TO LOCATE PIPE AWAY FROM THE STARTER.
    Notes
    SYSTEM:ENGINE OIL COOLER LINE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH LG5 3.1L TURBOCHARGER ENGINES.

  37. Cruise control bushing may slip out of place

    Reported June 16, 1989Model years 1984NHTSA 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.

  38. 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.

  39. Parking brake cable may disconnect

    Reported November 4, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V1750003,857 vehicles affected

    The parking brake cable may disconnect from the left rear brake caliper, preventing proper application of the parking brake. A retainer will be installed if needed, and the parking brake system adjusted.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE
    Defect
    THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE MAY BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE LEFT REAR BRAKE CALIPER.
    Consequence
    PARKING BRAKE CANNOT BE PROPERLY APPLIED AND VEHICLEWILL NOT MEET THE GRADE HOLDING REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105.
    Remedy
    INSTALL A RETAINER ON LEFT REAR CALIPER IF CABLE IS NOT ALREADY RETAINED WITH A COTTER PIN AND ADJUST PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM.
    Notes
    SYSTEM: BRAKES/FMVSS 105.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

  40. 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.

  41. Front shoulder belt guide may cut belt

    Reported April 1, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V0490001,559 vehicles affected

    Interference with the belt guide loop could limit its rotation. In a crash, the guide could cut the shoulder belt webbing and reduce belt protection. A redesigned guide loop nut and spacer will be installed to eliminate the interference.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
    Defect
    THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP ATTACHED TO THE UPPER REAR CORNER OF THE DOOR MAY INTERFERE WITH THE GARNISH MOLDING.
    Consequence
    THIS INTERFERENCE COULD LIMIT THE ROTATION OF THE GUIDELOOP. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS AND VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A CRASH IT COULD BEPOSSIBLE FOR THE SHOULDER BELT WELDING TO BE CUT BY THE GUIDE. LOSS OF THESHOULDER BELT FUNCTION DURING A VEHICLE CRASH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OFINJURIES TO OCCUPANTS.
    Remedy
    A NEWLY DESIGNED GUIDE LOOP NUT AND SPACER WILL BE INSTALLED TO ELIMINATE THE POTENTIAL FOR INTERFERENCE CONDITIONS.
    Notes
    SYSTEM: SEAT BELTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

  42. 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.

  43. Wheel lug nuts may loosen

    Reported March 23, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V0350007,775 vehicles affected

    Lug nuts that were not properly tightened could loosen or come off, potentially causing a wheel to separate and a crash. Dealers will inspect and correct the torque, replacing any missing lug nuts or loose studs.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
    Defect
    WHEEL LUG NUTS WERE NOT PROPERLY TORQUED TO SPECIFICATIONS.
    Consequence
    WHEEL LUG NUTS COULD LOOSEN AND/OR COME OFF THE WHEELSTUDS. THIS COULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN WHEEL SEPARATING FROM THE VEHICLE.LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
    Remedy
    INSPECTION OF VEHICLE AND ASSURE PROPER TORQUE REPLACES ANY MISSING LUG NUT OR LOOSE STUD.
    Notes
    SYSTEM: WHEEL/LUG NUTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

  44. Power door lock switch may expose an electrical terminal

    Reported April 3, 1987Model years 1985–1986NHTSA campaign 87V04600020,096 vehicles affected

    The driver's power door lock switch may separate during use and expose an electrical terminal. The terminal could contact the steel remote mirror cable and overheat it, potentially causing a vehicle fire. Inspect and modify the switch as required.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
    Defect
    DRIVERS SIDE POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH MAY SEPARATE DURING ACTUATION, EXPOSING THE ELECTRICAL TERMINAL.
    Consequence
    THE TERMINAL MAY CONTACT THE STEEL REMOTE MIRROR CABLE,A SHORT CAN OCCUR WITHOUT BLOWING A FUSE. THIS MAY ALLOW THE CABLE TO OVERHEATAND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
    Remedy
    INSPECT AND MODIFY POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH AS REQUIRED.
    Notes
    SYSTEM:ELECTRICAL/DOOR LOCKS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PONTIAC GRAND PRIX LE AND BROUGHAM EQUIPPED WITH POWERDOOR LOCKS.

  45. Tire label may show incorrect size

    Reported October 21, 1986Model years 1986NHTSA campaign 86V139000100 vehicles affected

    The tire label contains incorrect tire size information, so the vehicle does not comply with FMVSS 110. A tire loading label with the correct information will be installed.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Defect
    TIRE LABEL CONTAINS INCORRECT TIRE SIZE INFORMATION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 110.
    Remedy
    INSTALL TIRE LOADING LABEL WITH CORRECT INFORMATION.
    Notes
    SYSTEM: TIRE LABEL/FMVSS 110. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

  46. Headlight switch may cause lights to flicker or go out

    Reported September 19, 1986Model years 1986NHTSA campaign 86V131000106,111 vehicles affected

    Electrical contacts in the headlight switch may cause the headlights to flicker or suddenly go out, reducing visibility and potentially causing a crash. The headlight switch will be replaced as necessary.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
    Defect
    THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
    Remedy
    REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
    Notes
    SYSTEM: HEADLIGHT SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS/ VANS.

  47. Headlight switch may cause lights to flicker or go out

    Reported April 28, 1986Model years 1986NHTSA campaign 86V05600093,317 vehicles affected

    Electrical contacts in the headlight switch may cause the headlights to flicker or suddenly go out, reducing visibility. The switch will be replaced as necessary.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
    Defect
    THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. NOTE: ALSO, SEE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 86V131000.
    Remedy
    REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
    Notes
    SYSTEM: HEADLIGHT SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, TRUCKS AND VANS.

  48. 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.

  49. 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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