Recall 87V-062: 1987 Chevrolet Beretta, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on May 7, 1987, covering about 2,020 vehicles.

NHTSA number
87V-062
Report date
May 7, 1987
Vehicles affected
2,020
Owners notified
Dec 13, 1986

The problem

Loss of skid plate could lead to disengagement of both secondary and primary hood latches.

The risk

Hood could open unexpectantly; if vehicle were inmotion, the hood could contact the windshield, reduce the drivers vision area,and a crash could occur without prior warning.

The fix

Install a secondary latch skid plate and/or secondary latch skid plate retaining screws.

Notes

System: secondary hood latch.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number87V062000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Beretta1987All years
Chevrolet Corsica1987All 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 87V-062?

Loss of skid plate could lead to disengagement of both secondary and primary hood latches.

How is recall 87V-062 fixed?

Install a secondary latch skid plate and/or secondary latch skid plate retaining screws.

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.