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Safety recall · 89V188000

Structure: frame and members Buick, Oldsmobile recall

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this recall to NHTSA on November 7, 1989. It covers about 6 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
89V188000
Reported
Nov 7, 1989
Vehicles
6
Area
Body, doors & structure

The problem

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

The risk

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

The fix

INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT KIT.

Contacts

System: structure; frame / fmvss 301vehicle description: passenger cars.

What to do

  1. 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.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Buick, Oldsmobile dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 89V188000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1989 Buick Lesabre293C
1989 Oldsmobile 88272F

Questions

Is the 89V188000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. GENERAL MOTORS CORP.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 89V188000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 89V188000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on November 7, 1989. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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