Recall 92V-012
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1990 to 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette and 1 other model: Structure (body).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 92V-012
- Reported
- January 28, 1992
- Vehicles affected
- 95,897 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The glove compartment door will not remain closed during certain load forces associated with a vehicle crash. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss 201.
The risk
In the event of an accident, the glove compartment doormay open and result in occupant(s) injuries from contact with the glovecompartment door.
The fix
Replace the current upper glove compartment door with a redesigned upper glove compartment door which incorporates a positive latch to keep the door closed should a vehicle crash occur.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: glove compartment; fmvss 201.vehicle description: passenger mini-vans.
Affected vehicles
- Oldsmobile Silhouette 1990 to 1991
- Pontiac Trans Sport 1990 to 1991