Recall 93V-189: 1989–1993 Geo Metro

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Nov 23, 1993, covering about 356,097 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-189
Report date
Nov 23, 1993
Vehicles affected
356,097
Owners notified
Dec 23, 1993

The problem

Mislocated attaching spot welds of the hood striker assembly cause cracks to start on the hood inner panel. If cracks occur, the hood striker assembly may not properly engage the hood latch when the hood is closed.

The risk

An improperly engaged hood latch may result in a hoodfly-up while the vehicle is in motion. This would obstruct the driver's viewand could cause a vehicle crash.

The fix

Gm dealers will (A) install two bolts and nuts to secure the striker assembly to the hood inner panel, and (B) ensure that the hood latch assembly fasteners are properly tightened.

Notes

System: structure; hood assembly.vehicle description: passenger cars.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 freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact chevrolet service center at 1-800-222-1020. Also, please contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number93V189001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Geo Metro1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All 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-189?

Mislocated attaching spot welds of the hood striker assembly cause cracks to start on the hood inner panel. If cracks occur, the hood striker assembly may not properly engage the hood latch when the hood is closed.

How is recall 93V-189 fixed?

Gm dealers will (A) install two bolts and nuts to secure the striker assembly to the hood inner panel, and (B) ensure that the hood latch assembly fasteners are properly tightened.

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.