Recall 90V-191: 1991 Geo Prizm

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Nov 9, 1990, covering about 654 vehicles.

NHTSA number
90V-191
Report date
Nov 9, 1990
Vehicles affected
654
Owners notified
Nov 8, 1990

The problem

Lug nuts that retain wheels and wheel covers may have been torqued to lower than recommended specifications.

The risk

Insufficient clamping of lug nuts retaining the wheelcover and wheel could result in a loose wheel that could fall off with potentialfor loss of control and an accident.

The fix

Remove original wheel cover, torque lug to specification, and install full wheel covers that are retained by spring clips.

Notes

System: wheel lug nuts.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentWheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number90V191000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Geo Prizm1991All 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 90V-191?

Lug nuts that retain wheels and wheel covers may have been torqued to lower than recommended specifications.

How is recall 90V-191 fixed?

Remove original wheel cover, torque lug to specification, and install full wheel covers that are retained by spring clips.

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.