Recall 91V-186: 1991–1992 Buick Roadmaster, 1991–1992 Chevrolet Caprice and 1 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Oct 29, 1991, covering about 224,588 vehicles.

NHTSA number
91V-186
Report date
Oct 29, 1991
Vehicles affected
224,588
Owners notified
Oct 31, 1991

The problem

Secondary hood latch assemblies can corrode, causing a high latch release effort and possibly preventing the hood from latching properly when it is closed.

The risk

If the secondary hood latch is not properly engaged, andthe primary hood latch was also not engaged, the hood could open and contact thewindshield while the vehicle was in motion, reducing the forward vision area ofthe driver and resulting in a possible vehicle accident without prior warning.

The fix

Install a new secondary hood latch assembly.

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 number91V186000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Roadmaster1991, 1992All years
Chevrolet Caprice1991, 1992All years
Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser1991, 1992All 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-186?

Secondary hood latch assemblies can corrode, causing a high latch release effort and possibly preventing the hood from latching properly when it is closed.

How is recall 91V-186 fixed?

Install a new secondary hood latch 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.