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1992 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Steering:Rack And Pinion

Consequence of Defect

the intermediate shaft to steering rack lower coupling pinch bolt may be missing.

Corrective Action

if this condition exists and shaft disengagement occurs, loss of steering control will be experienced by the driver which could result in an accident.

Recall Notes

install pinch bolt.

1992 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Webbing

Consequence of Defect

the front outer shoulder belt web sew stop can become stuck in the retractor. the belt can be difficult to pull out of the retractor and some occupants may not be able to fasten the belt.

Corrective Action

this condition can prevent a person from using their restraint system resulting in an increased risk of injury in an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a webbing stop button if the customer requests repair.

1991 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Webbing

Consequence of Defect

the front outer shoulder belt web sew stop can become stuck in the retractor. the belt can be difficult to pull out of the retractor and some occupants may not be able to fasten the belt.

Corrective Action

this condition can prevent a person from using their restraint system resulting in an increased risk of injury in an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a webbing stop button if the customer requests repair.

1990 Oldsmobile Toronado

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.

1990 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Webbing

Consequence of Defect

the front outer shoulder belt web sew stop can become stuck in the retractor. the belt can be difficult to pull out of the retractor and some occupants may not be able to fasten the belt.

Corrective Action

this condition can prevent a person from using their restraint system resulting in an increased risk of injury in an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a webbing stop button if the customer requests repair.

1990 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

transaxle shift control cable may disengage from the from the floor shift control with loss of gear indicator reference and shift selector operation.

Corrective Action

driver would not be able to determine actual gearposition the transaxle is in, which could result in unexpected vehicle movementand an accident without prior warning.

Recall Notes

install a transaxle shift control cable retaining clip to prevent cable disengagement.

1989 Oldsmobile Toronado

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).

1989 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock

Consequence of Defect

one or both abs hydraulic unit mounting bolts may not be properly seated and could loosen.

Corrective Action

this condition could lead to separation of the abshydraulic unit from the mounting bracket and result in loss of brake functionand a crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

replace both abs hydraulic unit mounting bolts.

1989 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock

Consequence of Defect

left front brake pipe may contact the cruise control servo bracket.

Corrective Action

brake line could wear through causing loss of brakefluid and partial loss of braking capability; this could result in a vehiclecrash.

Recall Notes

replace left front brake pipe assembly.

1988 Oldsmobile Toronado

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 Oldsmobile Toronado

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 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump

Consequence of Defect

insufficient clearance between the power steering pump pressure hose assembly and the transmission governor/speed sensor connector could cause abrasion of the hose.

Corrective Action

this could result in a fluid leak, with the potential foran underhood fire.

Recall Notes

replace the power steering pump pressure hose.

1986 Oldsmobile Toronado

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 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Structure:Body

Consequence of Defect

console front compartment door may not remain closed during load forces that may be experienced in a crash as required by fmvss 201.

Corrective Action

vehicles do not comply with fmvss 201, occupantprotection in interior impacts.

Recall Notes

install three (3) small foam pads on the console compartment door opening.

1986 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump

Consequence of Defect

insufficient clearance between the power steering pump pressure hose assembly and the transmission governor/speed sensor connector could cause abrasion of the hose.

Corrective Action

this could result in a fluid leak, with the potential foran underhood fire.

Recall Notes

replace the power steering pump pressure hose.

1985 Oldsmobile Toronado

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 Toronado

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.

1983 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor

Consequence of Defect

during windshield wiper operation, the noise suppresion capacitor in the wiper motor relay may overheat.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will modify the windshield wiper motor delay relay by removing the noise suppresion capacitor. this will be done free of charge.

1982 Oldsmobile Toronado

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 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Arm

Consequence of Defect

the front left upper control arm nuts may not have been securely tightened. the nuts may loosen and come off and with continued driving the control arm front bolt may work its way out of position or become displaced.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1980 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will reroute the egr wiring harness to prevent any contact between the egr switch mounting bracket and the air cleaner assembly. also, the engine wiring harness at the back of the generator will be modified by installing a terminal end connector at no charge to owner.

1980 Oldsmobile Toronado

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 Toronado

Component

Parking Brake:Conventional

Consequence of Defect

vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems". an incorrect parking brake adjusting spring was installed on certain vehicles. this may cause interference when attempting to apply the parking brakes.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the caliper actuator assembly will be replaced without charge.

1977 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift

Consequence of Defect

the transmissions have been assembled with a higher than normal return spring load on the transmission locking pawl. when the park position is selected with the transmission shift lever, the parking pawl may not engage.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the parking pawl actuator assembly with an improved type at no cost to owner.

1975 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1968 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Wheels:Rim

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1967 Oldsmobile Toronado

Component

Wheels:Rim

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes