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1989 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

a fuel tank leak could occur due to small creases on the tank underside cracking during pressure cycling which occurs during normal operation.

Corrective Action

in presence of an ignition source, this condition couldresult in a fire.

Recall Notes

replace fuel tank.

1989 Buick Skyhawk

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 Skyhawk

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 Skyhawk

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 Skyhawk

Component

Parking Brake:Conventional:Mechanical

Consequence of Defect

parking brake lever mechanisms may not properly engage when applied as required by fmvss 105. consequence of defect: vehicle could unexpectedly roll away uncontrolled, which could result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace parking brake lever assembly.

1987 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Consequence of Defect

the fuel feed and/or return hose/pipe assemblies could crack or separate, allowing fuel to leak into the underhood area.

Corrective Action

this could result in an underhood fire, without priorwarning, and cause injury to occupants.

Recall Notes

replace both fuel feed and return hose/pipe assemblies.

1986 Buick Skyhawk

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).

1986 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

incorrect tail lamp lens were installed, lens do not conform to fmvss 108, lamp reflective device and associated equipment. consequence of defect: in times of reduced visibility, an approaching vehicle may not be aware of this vehicle which could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

correct tail lamp lens will be installed.

1985 Buick Skyhawk

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).

1985 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Consequence of Defect

the engine air cleaner plastic trim cover could fall off the air cleaner assembly and land on the exhaust manifold creating a fire hazard. consequence of defect: if the car is being operated at the time that the plastic trim cover falls off, an engine compartment fire could occur without warning.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

remove the trim cover and discard.

1984 Buick Skyhawk

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).

1984 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

some vehicles have bucket seat back locks that do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 207, anchorage of seats. in event of a crash, the seat back lock may not function.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

inspection of seat back locks will be performed. locks that have bent, broken or missing hooks will be replaced.

1984 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Seats

Consequence of Defect

the metal floor pan anchor bar could fatigue and break around the left front outer seat adjuster stud of the drivers seat, allowing the stud to separate from the floor pan anchor bar.

Corrective Action

drivers seat could tip rearward unexpectedly; this couldresult in loss of control and a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

install a reinforcement bracket on the floor pan anchor bar at the left front outer seat adjuster position of the drivers seat.

1983 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Differential Proportional Valve

Consequence of Defect

the brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. this would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.

1983 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors

Consequence of Defect

possible fuel leakage could occur at the throttle body injection fuel feed pipe connection on the involved vehicles.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the fuel feed line fitting bolt and two washers will be replaced by the dealer at no cost to owner.

1983 Buick Skyhawk

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).

1983 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Seats

Consequence of Defect

the metal floor pan anchor bar could fatigue and break around the left front outer seat adjuster stud of the drivers seat, allowing the stud to separate from the floor pan anchor bar.

Corrective Action

drivers seat could tip rearward unexpectedly; this couldresult in loss of control and a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

install a reinforcement bracket on the floor pan anchor bar at the left front outer seat adjuster position of the drivers seat.

1983 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)

Consequence of Defect

internal corrosion of pulsair check valve assembly could permit exhaust gas to melt the plastic shut off valve and draw valve pieces into the air cleaner and throttle body.

Corrective Action

if valve pieces lodge against throttle plate, engine maynot return to idle resulting in loss accelerator control and possibly a crash.

Recall Notes

replace pulsair check valve and shut off valve with newly designed valves.

1982 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Consequence of Defect

under certaain conditions, the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler vent pipe could fracture. the fracture of these clamps could cause fuel leakage at any of the four pipe to hose connections. leakage can occur during refueling, or while driving, if the fuel tank is above 3/4 full.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and replace the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and vent pipe at no cost to owner.

1982 Buick Skyhawk

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).

1979 Buick Skyhawk

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

the carburetor fuel feed hose may not have been properly positioned during assembly. as a result the hose could come in contact with or be too close to the engine emission exhaust system gas recirculation valve. this can cause the hose to rupture.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect the fuel feed hose and reposition it, if necessary. also, any damaged hose will be replaced.

1978 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

the intermediate shaft coupling on the involved vehicles may have been machined oversized in the serration area where it attaches to the steering column. this would prevent the coupling from properly tightening on the shaft when the clamp and pinch bolt were installed.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the shaft coupling, if necessary, without charge to owner.

1976 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing

Consequence of Defect

under certain driving conditions, including extended severe braking, the wheel bearing area may encounter temperatures that can cause the grease to migrate out of the bearing area. this will reduce the amount of lubrication available to the bearings and result in front wheel bearing failure and spindle damage.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the front wheel bearings and associated parts on all involved vehicles free of charge.

1975 Buick Skyhawk

Component

Equipment:Mechanical:Carrier/Rack

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes