Recall 97V-058: 1988–1991 Buick Regal, 1990–1991 Chevrolet Lumina and 6 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Apr 8, 1997, covering about 676,535 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont and wisconsin. The rear cradle bolts pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainer. If both bolts pull through, the rear cradle would not longer be supported at these mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear.
The risk
If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a vehicle crash could result.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during may 1997.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V058000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Regal | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Chevrolet Lumina | 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Chevrolet Lumina APV | 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Pontiac Trans Sport | 1990, 1991 | 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 97V-058?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont and wisconsin. The rear cradle bolts pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainer. If both bolts pull through, the rear cradle would not longer be supported at these mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear.
How is recall 97V-058 fixed?
Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.
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.