Recall 93V-153: 1993 Buick Skylark, 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva and 1 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Sep 14, 1993, covering about 1,103 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-153
Report date
Sep 14, 1993
Vehicles affected
1,103
Owners notified
Sep 26, 1993

The problem

The neutral start safety switch could have been fractured during installation.

The risk

A fractured switch can result in a no-start condition.also, a vehicle with a fractured switch can be started in gear, causing thevehicle to move unexpectedly, possibly resulting in an accident.

The fix

The dealer will replace the neutral start switch. The manual switch of the automatic transaxle assembly will be inspected and replaced if an oversized condition exists.

Notes

System: electrical; ignition switch.vehicle description: passenger cars with automatic transaxles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free ofcharge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact the buick service center at 1-800-521-7300, oldsmobile service centerat 1-800-442-6537, or pontiac service center at 1-800-PM cares. Also contactthe national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number93V153000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Skylark1993All years
Oldsmobile Achieva1993All years
Pontiac Grand AM1993All 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 93V-153?

The neutral start safety switch could have been fractured during installation.

How is recall 93V-153 fixed?

The dealer will replace the neutral start switch. The manual switch of the automatic transaxle assembly will be inspected and replaced if an oversized condition exists.

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.