Recall 89V-102: 1984 Buick Electra, 1984–1988 Buick Estate and 17 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Jun 16, 1989, covering about 1,755,897 vehicles.
The problem
A small nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out of place, causing intermittent and unexpected increases in engine speed or dieseling (Engine run on with ignition off).
The risk
Servo rod assembly could catch on engine components andresult in a stuck throttle with potential for a vehicle crash.
The fix
Install a new bushing in cruise control servo bail.
Notes
System:cruise control.vehicle description:passenger vehicles equipped with cruise control andcertain gasoline and diesel engines.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 89V102000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Electra | 1984 | All years |
| Buick Estate | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | All years |
| Buick Lesabre | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | All years |
| Buick Regal | 1984, 1986, 1987 | All years |
| Buick Riviera | 1984, 1985 | All years |
| Cadillac Brougham | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | All years |
| Cadillac Eldorado | 1984, 1985 | All years |
| Cadillac Seville | 1984, 1985 | All years |
| Chevrolet Caprice | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | All years |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1984 | All years |
| GMC Caballero | 1984 | All years |
| Oldsmobile 88 | 1984, 1985 | All years |
| Oldsmobile 98 | 1984 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Toronado | 1984, 1985 | All years |
| Pontiac Bonneville | 1984 | All years |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | 1984 | All years |
| Pontiac Parisienne | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | 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 89V-102?
A small nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out of place, causing intermittent and unexpected increases in engine speed or dieseling (Engine run on with ignition off).
How is recall 89V-102 fixed?
Install a new bushing in cruise control servo bail.
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.