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Recall 82V-012: 1982 Buick Electra, 1982 Buick Lesabre and 15 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jan 3, 1982, covering about 79,686 vehicles.

NHTSA number
82V-012
Report date
Jan 3, 1982
Vehicles affected
79,686
Owners notified
Feb 18, 1982

The problem

Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the governor weight retainer in the injection pump may fail. The throttle valve could stick, preventing return to idle and shut down of the engine by the driver.

The fix

Dealer will replace the governor weight assembly in the injection pump at no cost to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 5.7 v8 engines.system: fuel; throttle valve.consequences of defect: this could result in loss of vehicle control and avehicle accident.note: if throttle sticking occurs before the vehicle has received the necessarymodifications, the driver should shift the transmission to neutral, apply theservice brakes to bring the vehicle to a safe stop, the ignition should beturned off and the nearest dealership should be called for assistance.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number82V012000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Electra1982All years
Buick Lesabre1982All years
Buick Regal1982All years
Buick Riviera1982All years
Cadillac Deville1982All years
Cadillac Eldorado1982All years
Cadillac Seville1982All years
Chevrolet Caprice1982All years
Chevrolet Impala1982All years
Chevrolet Malibu1982All years
Chevrolet Monte Carlo1982All years
Oldsmobile 881982All years
Oldsmobile 981982All years
Oldsmobile Cutlass1982All years
Oldsmobile Toronado1982All years
Pontiac Bonneville1982All years
Pontiac Grand Prix1982All 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 82V-012?

Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the governor weight retainer in the injection pump may fail. The throttle valve could stick, preventing return to idle and shut down of the engine by the driver.

How is recall 82V-012 fixed?

Dealer will replace the governor weight assembly in the injection pump at no cost 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.