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Recall 95V-204

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1996 Buick Lesabre and 6 other models: Electrical system (ignition, anti-theft, control module).

At a glance

Campaign number
95V-204
Reported
October 23, 1995
Vehicles affected
32,869 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

These vehicles were assembled with a malfunction alarm, lighting and locking (mall) module that can contain a damaged capacitor. If the capacitor is damaged, the "key in the ignition" warning chime and the driver seat belt unbuckled warning chime and indicator lamp may not work. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 114, "theft protection" and fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection." in addition, other chime reminder functions, interior lighting controls, and power door locking features are also affected.

The risk

Consequence of non-compliance; the driver may not be aware that the key was left in the ignition or that the safety belt was not buckled.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the mall module.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: electrical; ignition; anti-theft; fmvss no. 114 and no. 208.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-[removed]; oldsmobile at 1-[removed]; or pontiac at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].

Affected vehicles