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1999 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3800 v6 (l36) engines and certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, the regulators have a much higher than usual rate of fuel leaks. a leak can allow fuel to enter the intake manifold through a vacuum line. if the engine does not start when cranked, the fuel from the leaking regulator and a mistimed spark can cause a backfire.

Corrective Action

the backfire can rupture the intake manifold. the rupture of the intake manifold can displace a fuel line, pulling an injector out of place, and causing a fuel leak and possible fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will install new fuel pressure regulators with improved diaphragms. the recall will be conducted in phased mailings. phase 1 began on june 30, 2004, and phase 2 began on september 30, 2004. owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

1999 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 4t65e automatic transmissions. these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence." a retaining clip, which secures the manual valve to the linkage of the transmission detent lever, can become loose under a combination of possible driver shifting maneuvers and allow the link to become disconnected from the manual valve.

Corrective Action

if the link disconnects, the driver's indicated prndl state may differ from the hydraulic state of the transmission. if the driver selects 'drive' and the transmission is actually in 'reverse', a vehicle crash could occur.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the manual valve/link assembly with a replacement manual valve/link kit, featuring a spring-type fastener.

1998 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3800 v6 (l36) engines and certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, the regulators have a much higher than usual rate of fuel leaks. a leak can allow fuel to enter the intake manifold through a vacuum line. if the engine does not start when cranked, the fuel from the leaking regulator and a mistimed spark can cause a backfire.

Corrective Action

the backfire can rupture the intake manifold. the rupture of the intake manifold can displace a fuel line, pulling an injector out of place, and causing a fuel leak and possible fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will install new fuel pressure regulators with improved diaphragms. the recall will be conducted in phased mailings. phase 1 began on june 30, 2004, and phase 2 began on september 30, 2004. owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

1996 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft Controller

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with a malfunction alarm, lighting and locking (mall) module that can contain a damaged capacitor. if the capacitor is damaged, the "key in the ignition" warning chime and the driver seat belt unbuckled warning chime and indicator lamp may not work. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 114, "theft protection" and fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection." in addition, other chime reminder functions, interior lighting controls, and power door locking features are also affected.

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance; the driver may not be aware that the key was left in the ignition or that the safety belt was not buckled.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the mall module.

1996 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

a backfire during engine starting can cause breakage of the upper intake manifold.

Corrective Action

this condition can cause a no-start condition and possibly an engine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will update the powertrain control module programming. until the campaign repair is made, the vehicle hood should be shut whenever starting the vehicle to reduce the chance of personal injury.

1995 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

a spring in the head lamp portion of the head park lamp switch can fail preventing latching of the head lamp portion of the switch in the "on" position.

Corrective Action

the head lamps would not stay illuminated resulting in reduced driver visibility.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect head/park lamp switch build date codes and replace switches with suspect date codes.

1994 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

a spring in the head lamp portion of the head park lamp switch can fail preventing latching of the head lamp portion of the switch in the "on" position.

Corrective Action

the head lamps would not stay illuminated resulting in reduced driver visibility.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect head/park lamp switch build date codes and replace switches with suspect date codes.

1993 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles manufactured from august 1991 through july 1995. the transmission oil cooler line can separate when the vehicle is operated in low temperatures in combination with high transmission loads.

Corrective Action

vehicle fires can occur due to the spillage of transmission fluid.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the transmission oil cooler lines.

1992 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles manufactured from august 1991 through july 1995. the transmission oil cooler line can separate when the vehicle is operated in low temperatures in combination with high transmission loads.

Corrective Action

vehicle fires can occur due to the spillage of transmission fluid.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the transmission oil cooler lines.

1991 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Parking Brake:Conventional:Mechanical

Consequence of Defect

when applied, the parking brake lever assembly may release one or more teeth, reducing the cable load to the rear brakes.

Corrective Action

depending on the extent of the lever release and roadlevel. the parking brake may not hold the vehicle, allowing it to roll, whichcould result in an accident. vehicle does not comply with fmvss 105.

Recall Notes

replace parking brake lever assembly.

1990 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:High/Low Beam Dimmer Switch

Consequence of Defect

cars were built missing a wire between the digital cluster and the dimmer control, thereby failing to provide at least two levels of lighting.

Corrective Action

vehicles would not comply with requirements of fmvss 101.

Recall Notes

rewire connection between the dimmer switch and the digital cluster.

1990 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Air Bags:Frontal

Consequence of Defect

threaded inflator components may have been damaged during assembly which may allow components to separate when inflator receives a signal to deploy the air bag.

Corrective Action

inflator component separation allows hot combustion gasesto escape into the passenger compartment which could result in injuries to vehicle occupants.

Recall Notes

replace air bag modules containing potentially defective inflators.

1989 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Structure:Frame And Members

Consequence of Defect

vehicles may have discrepant welds in the left rear rocker panel which can cause deformation of the panel.

Corrective Action

increased deformation of the left rear rocker panelcan cause the left rear seat belt anchorage not to achieve the load requiredby fmvss no. 210.

Recall Notes

install a reinforcement kit.

1989 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage

Consequence of Defect

fuel rollover valve assembly may not have been installed.

Corrective Action

in event of an accident in which vehicle becomes invertedmissing valve could allow fuel spillage in excess of amount allowed by fmvss 301which could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

replace fuel sender and pump assembly.

1987 Oldsmobile 88

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 Oldsmobile 88

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 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Suspension:Rear

Consequence of Defect

the left and right rear lower control arm ball joint stud to knuckle attachment may have been inadequately tightened. consequence of defect: this could allow the rear lower control arm ball joint stud to loosen at the knuckle attachment. a loose ball joint stud could eventually break and separate from the knuckle. separation could cause a loss of vehicle control which could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace and tighten both left and right rear lower control arm ball joint stud nuts.

1985 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

the tire placard label on the left front door may have been printed with an error which specifies a higher maximum loading than is allowed. consequence of defect: excessive vehicle loading could cause a tire blowout and result in an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

new tire placard labels with correct information will be installed.

1985 Oldsmobile 88

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.

1984 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

vehicles were assembled with an incorrect brake pedal bracket which causes the brake pedal to be located in a position lower than normal.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

brake pedal bracket will be replaced at no charge.

1984 Oldsmobile 88

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.

1984 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

the throttle may jam and may not return to the closed position. this problem is due to the omission, during assembly, of a nut on the cruise control rod which limits travel in the throttle mechanism.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

vehicles will have the missing nut added to the cruise control rod without charge.

1982 Oldsmobile 88

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.

1980 Oldsmobile 88

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.

1980 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

the tire placard (label) does not contain the recommended tire size information. therefore, it does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a new label with correct information at no cost to owner.

1979 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses". these vehicles were manufactured with gasoline fuel hoses in place of the vacuum hose between the intake manifold and carbon canister in the power brake vacuum line. should this hose rupture, it would result in a loss of power assist to the brake system. this would increase the distance required to stop the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the incorrect hose with the correct vacuum hose.

1979 Oldsmobile 88

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 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder

Consequence of Defect

a gasket was mistakenly placed between the brake master cylinder and the power boost which prevented the two parts from fitting together properly. damage may have resulted to the mounting ears of the master cylinder and the hydro-boost. this condition could lead to brake failure.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will install a new brake master cylinder and hydro-boost unit, free of charge, on all affected vehicles.

1978 Oldsmobile 88

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.

1978 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts

Consequence of Defect

the rear wheel mounting bolts on the affected vehicles, are brittle and therefore may fracture. this brittleness is due to improper heat treatment during manufacture. if the bolts break, the tire and wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, will replace defective bolts on all axles and the ten rear axle wheel mounting bolts, free of charge.

1977 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1977 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Differential Proportional Valve

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1974 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Arm

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1972 Oldsmobile 88

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 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Seats

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1972 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Steering:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Oldsmobile 88

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 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1968 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1968 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Tires:Tread/Belt

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1968 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1967 Oldsmobile 88

Component

Steering:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes