Recall 91V-213: 1989 Chevrolet Corsica

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Dec 6, 1991, covering about 19,603 vehicles.

NHTSA number
91V-213
Report date
Dec 6, 1991
Vehicles affected
19,603
Owners notified
Dec 12, 1991

The problem

The styled steel wheels can have cracks developing at the outer edges of the wheel where the spokes meet the rim. The cracks propagate from each side of a spoke toward each other, and eventually meet. The meeting of the cracks results in complete seaparation of a spoke from the wheel.

The risk

The cracking condition can occur on every spoke on thewheel, causing complete separation of the wheel from the vehicle, and resultingin loss of steering and braking control.

The fix

Replace the involved wheel assemblies.

Notes

System: wheels.vehicle description: passenger cars with styled steel wheels.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentWheels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number91V213000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Corsica1989All 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-213?

The styled steel wheels can have cracks developing at the outer edges of the wheel where the spokes meet the rim. The cracks propagate from each side of a spoke toward each other, and eventually meet. The meeting of the cracks results in complete seaparation of a spoke from the wheel.

How is recall 91V-213 fixed?

Replace the involved wheel assemblies.

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.