Recall 91V-167
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1992 Buick Lesabre and 4 other models: Parking brake (conventional, mechanical).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 91V-167
- Reported
- September 23, 1991
- Vehicles affected
- 20,765 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
When applied, the parking brake lever assembly may release one or more teeth, reducing the cable load to the rear brakes.
The risk
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.
The fix
Replace parking brake lever assembly.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: brakes; fmvss 105.vehicle description: passenger cars.
Affected vehicles
- Buick Lesabre 1992
- Buick Park Avenue 1991
- Oldsmobile 88 1991
- Oldsmobile 98 1991
- Pontiac Bonneville 1992