3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SEATS
Posted on: 1999-07-21
Description
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: minivans equipped with front bucket seats. The front seat recliner mechanism lower bolts can loosen. A loose bolt could fatigue and break, resulting in the seat back falling rearward.
Consequence
The seat could suddenly fall backward, distracting the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will tighten or replace the bolts at no charge to the owners. This policy is in effect until june 30, 2002.
Notes
Gm has decided to conduct a special policy to tighten or replace the front seat recliner mechanism lower bolts. Owners can contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE
Posted on: 1997-04-17
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 1992-04-08
Description
The glove compartment door will not remain closed during certain load forces associated with a vehicle crash. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss 201.
Consequence
In the event of an accident, the glove compartment doormay open and result in occupant(s) injuries from contact with the glovecompartment door.
Corrective Action
Replace the current upper glove compartment door with a redesigned upper glove compartment door which incorporates a positive latch to keep the door closed should a vehicle crash occur.
Notes
System: glove compartment; fmvss 201.vehicle description: passenger mini-vans.