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1996 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts

Consequence of Defect

the wheel lug nuts were not tightened to the proper specification during assembly.

Corrective Action

this condition could result in a fracture of the wheel studs causing the wheel to separate from the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will tighten the vehicle's wheel lug nuts to the proper specification.

1996 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Air Bags

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were shipped with both the supplemental inflatable restraint caution label and a roof rack caution label installed on the same side of the sun visor. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no.208, "occupant crash protection."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: operators could fail to notice and heed the warning labels.

Recall Notes

a new roof rack caution label, with installation instructions, will be sent directly to owners. owners will install the label or have their dealer install the label for them.

1995 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts

Consequence of Defect

the wheel lug nuts were not tightened to the proper specification during assembly.

Corrective Action

this condition could result in a fracture of the wheel studs causing the wheel to separate from the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will tighten the vehicle's wheel lug nuts to the proper specification.

1995 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Air Bags

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were shipped with both the supplemental inflatable restraint caution label and a roof rack caution label installed on the same side of the sun visor. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no.208, "occupant crash protection."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: operators could fail to notice and heed the warning labels.

Recall Notes

a new roof rack caution label, with installation instructions, will be sent directly to owners. owners will install the label or have their dealer install the label for them.

1995 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Springs

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles fail to conform to fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control systems." at low temperatures, excessive friction can occur in the accelerator pedal assembly.

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in the event of a failure of the trottle return spring, if there is excessive friction in the pedal assembly, the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.

1995 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

defective lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts were not properly torqued and can loosen.

Corrective Action

if the lower control arm ball joint loosens, fatigues and separates from the front suspension knuckle, it could cause loss of vehicle control.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect both front lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts for proper torque. if the ball joint has loosened from the knuckle, both the ball joint and the knuckle will be replaced.

1995 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were produced with an improperly adjusted transmission shift control linkage. this does not meet with the requirements of fmvss no. 114, "theft protection."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: it may be possible to shift from the "park" position with the ignition key removed increasing the risk of a vehicle accident resulting from the unintended movement of a parked vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will adjust the shift control linkage system.

1994 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Springs

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles fail to conform to fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control systems." at low temperatures, excessive friction can occur in the accelerator pedal assembly.

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in the event of a failure of the trottle return spring, if there is excessive friction in the pedal assembly, the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.

1994 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting

Consequence of Defect

the fuel tank attachment strap fasteners were not properly tightened. the fasteners can completely detach, eventually allowing the fuel tank to sag and the bottom of the tank to strike the roadway.

Corrective Action

this can result in a fuel tank leak and fire if the leaking fuel is exposed to a source of ignition.

Recall Notes

dealers will retighten the fuel tank strap fasteners.

1994 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts

Consequence of Defect

paint on the wheel mounting surfaces can act as a shim between the wheel and the rotor/drum. as the vehicle is driven, the wheel imbeds into the paint, loosening the lug nut and causing a loss of clamp load.

Corrective Action

once clamp load is lost, all tire loads are taken by the wheel studs resulting in a fracture of the wheel studs. this could cause the wheel to separate from the vehicle and could result in a vehicles crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will clean the wheel mounting surfaces for all four wheels. also, the wheel studs will be inspected for damage and will be replaced as necessary.

1994 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hose

Consequence of Defect

the engine oil cooler inlet hose may have been installed too close to the steering gear causing chafing. the chafing can eventually wear through the hose's protective sleeve resulting in engine oil leaking onto the engine.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, the oil leak onto the engine can result in an engine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

1994 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

defective lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts were not properly torqued and can loosen.

Corrective Action

if the lower control arm ball joint loosens, fatigues and separates from the front suspension knuckle, it could cause loss of vehicle control.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect both front lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts for proper torque. if the ball joint has loosened from the knuckle, both the ball joint and the knuckle will be replaced.

1993 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Equipment

Consequence of Defect

certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

1992 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

secondary hood latch assemblies can corrode, causing a high latch release effort and possibly preventing the hood from latching properly when it is closed.

Corrective Action

if the secondary hood latch is not properly engaged, andthe primary hood latch was also not engaged, the hood could open and contact thewindshield while the vehicle was in motion, reducing the forward vision area ofthe driver and resulting in a possible vehicle accident without prior warning.

Recall Notes

install a new secondary hood latch assembly.

1992 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the antilock brake system (abs) modulator can corrode and leak fluid from the front brake circuit.

Corrective Action

brake fluid leakage can reduce brake effectiveness and increase stopping distances.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the abs modulator.

1992 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the shoulder belt guide loop plastic covering may crack and expose the steel sub-plate.

Corrective Action

in the event of a vehicle crash, the exposed steelsub-plate can cut the safety belt webbing resulting in increased possibilityand/or severity of injury to the affected seat occupant.

Recall Notes

install new shoulder belt guide loops.

1992 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Equipment

Consequence of Defect

certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

1991 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

secondary hood latch assemblies can corrode, causing a high latch release effort and possibly preventing the hood from latching properly when it is closed.

Corrective Action

if the secondary hood latch is not properly engaged, andthe primary hood latch was also not engaged, the hood could open and contact thewindshield while the vehicle was in motion, reducing the forward vision area ofthe driver and resulting in a possible vehicle accident without prior warning.

Recall Notes

install a new secondary hood latch assembly.

1991 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the shoulder belt guide loop plastic covering may crack and expose the steel sub-plate.

Corrective Action

in the event of a vehicle crash, the exposed steelsub-plate can cut the safety belt webbing resulting in increased possibilityand/or severity of injury to the affected seat occupant.

Recall Notes

install new shoulder belt guide loops.

1991 Buick Roadmaster

Component

Equipment

Consequence of Defect

certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.