Recall 88V-164: 1988 Buick Century, 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity and 2 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Oct 18, 1988, covering about 27,369 vehicles.

NHTSA number
88V-164
Report date
Oct 18, 1988
Vehicles affected
27,369
Owners notified
Dec 15, 1988

The problem

Fuel feed hose could leak at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly.

The risk

Fuel leakage into the engine compartment could result inan engine compartment fire that could spread to the passenger compartment.

The fix

Install new fuel feed hose assembly.

Notes

System: fuel feed hose.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with a 2.8l v6 engine.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number88V164000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Century1988All years
Chevrolet Celebrity1988All years
Oldsmobile Ciera1988All years
Pontiac 60001988All 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 88V-164?

Fuel feed hose could leak at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly.

How is recall 88V-164 fixed?

Install new fuel feed hose assembly.

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.