Recall 78V-139: 1978 Buick Century, 1978 Buick Electra and 18 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jun 13, 1978, covering about 333,619 vehicles.
The problem
The hub portion of the fan blade assembly could crack due to high stress levels generated during engine operating conditions. Eventually, the blade could break apart at the hub and blade pieces could be propelled into the engine. If the hood is open while the engine is running, the fragments would be free to fly from the vehicle.
The fix
Dealer will replace the fan blade assembly without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: engine cooling; fan blade assembly.consequences of defect: fan failure could result in damage to components in theengine area, or personal injury to bystanders if the hood is open at the time.note: the vehicle should not be serviced with the hood open and the enginerunning until the defect is corrected.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 78V139000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Century | 1978 | All years |
| Buick Electra | 1978 | All years |
| Buick Estate Wagon | 1978 | All years |
| Buick Lesabre | 1978 | All years |
| Buick Regal | 1978 | All years |
| Buick Riviera | 1978 | All years |
| Buick Skylark | 1978 | All years |
| Chevrolet El Camino | 1978 | All years |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1978 | All years |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1978 | All years |
| Oldsmobile 88 | 1978 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1978 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Omega | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Bonneville | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Catalina | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Firebird | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Grand AM | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Lemans | 1978 | All years |
| Pontiac Phoenix | 1978 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 78V-139?
The hub portion of the fan blade assembly could crack due to high stress levels generated during engine operating conditions. Eventually, the blade could break apart at the hub and blade pieces could be propelled into the engine. If the hood is open while the engine is running, the fragments would be free to fly from the vehicle.
How is recall 78V-139 fixed?
Dealer will replace the fan blade assembly without charge to owner.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.