Recall 97V-059
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1997 Buick Skylark and 2 other models: Electrical system (wiring, front underhood).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-059
- Reported
- April 8, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 3,464 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The protective cover for the underhood fuse center was omitted. Without this cover, the positive terminal bolt on the fuse block is exposed and can contact the insulated negative battery cable. If the insulation on the negative cable becomes sufficiently worn, an electrical short circuit can occur between the positive terminal and negative cable resulting in extremely high current flow.
The risk
This high current flow can cause arcing and result in an underhood fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect these vehicles for the presence of the protective cover and, if necessary, install a protective cover to the underhood fuse center.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification began during april 1997. 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
- Buick Skylark 1997
- Oldsmobile Achieva 1997
- Pontiac Grand AM 1997