Recall 93V-162
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1994 Buick Century and 1 other model: Vehicle speed control.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 93V-162
- Reported
- September 27, 1993
- Vehicles affected
- 579 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The cruise control cable may separate from the conduit end fitting while engaged and accelerator control could be lost.
The risk
Loss of accelerator control may not reduce engine speedto a level anticipated by the driver. Although the vehicle can still be stoppedwith the service brake, loss of accelerator control could result in a vehiclecrash without prior warning.
The fix
Replace the cruise control cable.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: equipment; speed control.vehicle description: passenger cars with 3.1l engines and cruise control.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact buick service center at 1-[removed] or oldsmobile service centerat 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safetyadministration auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Buick Century 1994
- Oldsmobile Cutlass 1994