The problem
Operation of the vehicle in a manner which produces hard bottoming out of the front suspension may cause deformation of the left engine mount support structure and allow the engine mount bracket to contact the steering pitman arm or steering linkage.
The fix
An engine mount support bracket reinforcement kit will be installed on the left front engine mount support structure without charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with l-4 151 cid engines.System: suspension.Consequences of defect: increased steering effort may be required which cancause loss of vehicle control and an accident.Note: over a period of time, contact may be felt and heard.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Pontiac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V081000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.