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1990 Buick Electra

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1990 Buick Electra

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Webbing

Consequence of Defect

owners manuals did not fully explain how front shoulder belt comfort feature works.

Corrective Action

cars would not comply with fmvss 208, and incorrect use of safety restraints could lead to personal injury to occupants if an accidentshould occur.

Recall Notes

insert sticker that provides missing information in owners manuals.

1989 Buick Electra

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1988 Buick Electra

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1987 Buick Electra

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1987 Buick Electra

Component

Electrical System:Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Consequence of Defect

an in line fusible link may melt down and cause a fire.

Corrective Action

the in line fusible link located in the area of theplastic windshield washer bottle bracket may, under a high resistance load,melt down and ignite the washer bottle bracket resulting in an enginecompartment fire.

Recall Notes

the windshield washer bottle bracket will be replaced.

1987 Buick Electra

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Consequence of Defect

excessive accelerator cable friction may restrict the cables free movement between the accelerator pedal and the throttle body.

Corrective Action

this could prevent throttle from returning to closed(idle) position when accelerator pedal is released; thus, engine speed wouldnot decrease, and loss of accelerator control could result in an accident.

Recall Notes

replace accelerator cable.

1986 Buick Electra

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

the push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace headlight switch as necessary.

1986 Buick Electra

Component

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Consequence of Defect

there may not be enough clearance between the power steering pump return hose and the engine exhaust manifold. consequence of defect: hose could overheat, resulting in a hole and fluid leak, and a possible engine compartment fire without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace and correctly route hose, as necessary.

1986 Buick Electra

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock

Consequence of Defect

the anti lock brake system (abs) pressure/warning switch may exhibit brake fluid seepage which eventually can lead to loss of the brake system hydraulic pump motor. additionally, the hydraulic pump motor and abs electrical relays may have been exposed to water contamination during vehicle assembly. this condition can cause loss of the hydraulic pump motor and/or loss of the abs function.

Corrective Action

loss of the hydraulic pump motor would result in a totalloss of rear brakes as well as power assist to the front brakes. the red brakewarning light would illuminate and stay on. if this warning is not heeded, aloss of rear brakes at a time when minimum stopping distance is required couldresult in a vehicle crash. an inoperative abs electrical relay could causeloss of the abs function, but normal power assisted braking would be retained.the amber anti lock warning light would illuminate and stay on.

Recall Notes

the abs and hydraulic pump motor electrical relays and 30 amp fuses will be replaced. in addition, the hydraulic pump motor assembly and pressure/warning switch will be inspected and, if required, replaced.

1984 Buick Electra

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

rubber fuel hose could allow a slow fuel leak while the engine is running.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace rubber fuel hose.

1984 Buick Electra

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

a small nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out of place, causing intermittent and unexpected increases in engine speed or dieseling (engine run on with ignition off).

Corrective Action

servo rod assembly could catch on engine components andresult in a stuck throttle with potential for a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

install a new bushing in cruise control servo bail.

1982 Buick Electra

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

under certain vehicle operating conditions, the governor weight retainer in the injection pump may fail. the throttle valve could stick, preventing return to idle and shut down of the engine by the driver.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the governor weight assembly in the injection pump at no cost to owner.

1981 Buick Electra

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

the power brake vacuum hoses may fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses". the material used in the hoses will not perform according to specifications. the purpose of this regulation is stated as, "to reduce death and injuries occurring as a result of brake system failure from pressure or vacuum loss due to hose assembly rupture".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the vacuum pump inlet and outlet hoses will be replaced free of charge.

1981 Buick Electra

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles may have been assembled with a brake pedal support bracket which was designed for use in diesel engine vehicles. the incorrect bracket may cause the service brakes to remain partially applied, resulting in brake overheating and reduced braking effectiveness.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect vehicles and, if necessary, replace the pedal support bracket at no charge to owner.

1979 Buick Electra

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

the heads may break off the front outboard seat belt anchor bolts during normal vehicle operation even under no load conditions. this is due to the combination of bolts used, high installation torque and arrangement of the body anchorage.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace all original equipment front outboard seat belt anchor bolts on the affected vehicles at no cost to owner.

1979 Buick Electra

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles the brake stoplight and cruise control switch which is operated by the brake pedal may have been assembled with an incorrect lubricant on the actuating plunger. this can cause the rear brake stoplights to become inoperative and the cruise control, if activated, to stay electrically engaged.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch at no cost to owner.

1978 Buick Electra

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the hub portion of the fan blade assembly could crack due to high stress levels generated during engine operating conditions. eventually, the blade could break apart at the hub and blade pieces could be propelled into the engine. if the hood is open while the engine is running, the fragments would be free to fly from the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the fan blade assembly without charge to owner.

1977 Buick Electra

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1977 Buick Electra

Component

Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Buick Electra

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Buick Electra

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Differential Proportional Valve

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Buick Electra

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Buick Electra

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1974 Buick Electra

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Arm

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1972 Buick Electra

Component

Structure: Frame And Members:Underbody Shields

Consequence of Defect

the possibility exists that driving on unpaved road surfaces, particularly roads which are heavily graveled and which are extremely wavy or filled with chuckholes, at speeds which cause the car to pitch excessively, the front crossmember may scoop up loose stones or gravel and could be thrown into the engine compartment. it is possible for one of these stones to lodge between the steering coupling and the frame and cause increased steering effort or interference with steering control of the car when steering wheel is turned to the left.

Corrective Action

increased steering effort or interference with steeringcontrol may lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

inspect and install shield on affected vehicles.

1972 Buick Electra

Component

Steering:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Buick Electra

Component

Structure: Frame And Members:Underbody Shields

Consequence of Defect

the possibility exists that driving on unpaved road surfaces, particularly roads which are heavily graveled and which are extremely wavy or filled with chuckholes, at speeds which cause the car to pitch excessively, the front crossmember may scoop up loose stones or gravel and could be thrown into the engine compartment. it is possible for one of these stones to lodge between the steering coupling and the frame and cause increased steering effort or interference with steering control of the car when steering wheel is turned to the left.

Corrective Action

increased steering effort or interference with steeringcontrol may lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

inspect and install shield on affected vehicles.

1971 Buick Electra

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Buick Electra

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1970 Buick Electra

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1970 Buick Electra

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1967 Buick Electra

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1966 Buick Electra

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1965 Buick Electra

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes