Recall 91V-131: 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Aug 5, 1991, covering about 1,570 vehicles.
The problem
Transaxle shift control cable may disengage from shift control cable bracket, causing loss of gear indicator reference, and shift selector operation.
The risk
The disengaged cable could falsely indicate transmissiongear position, and the vehicle might be left in reverse or drive when the drivermoved the gear selector to park or the opposite direction. A vehicle left on anincline without parking brakes when the gear selector is placed in park couldmove. Either case results in unexpected vehicle movement without prior warningand could cause a vehicle accident.
The fix
Install a transaxle shift control cable retaining clip on the shift control cable bracket on top of transaxle.
Notes
System: transaxle shift control.vehicle description: passenger cars with console shift automatic transmission.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 91V131000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Pontiac Bonneville | 1992 | 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 91V-131?
Transaxle shift control cable may disengage from shift control cable bracket, causing loss of gear indicator reference, and shift selector operation.
How is recall 91V-131 fixed?
Install a transaxle shift control cable retaining clip on the shift control cable bracket on top of transaxle.
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.