1994 OLDSMOBILE CIERA Recalls (4)

Campaign:
94V008000 on 01/13/1994
Component:
Vehicle speed control:springs
Manufactured:
07/31/1993 - 09/30/1993
Affected:
49,047
Defect:
In the event of a primary accelerator control spring failure, the secondary (back-up) accelerator control return spring will not return the throttle to the fully closed position, as required by fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control system."
Consequence:
Consequence of non-compliance: loss of throttle control could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the secondary throttle return spring.
Notes:
System: fuel; throttle linkages and control return spring; fmvss no. 214.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 3.1l l82 engines. note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance,please contact buick service center at 1-800-521-7300 or contact oldsmobile service center at 1-800-442-6537. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
94V159000 on 08/31/1994
Component:
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured:
10/31/1993 - 04/30/1994
Affected:
139,542
Defect:
Water intrusion can cause a short circuit in the power door lock assembly.
Consequence:
A short circuit in the power door lock assembly can result in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the power door lock relay and any corroded terminals. in addition, the new relay will be relocated to an area where water intrusion is less likely.
Notes:
System: structure; door assembly; latches and locks.vehicle description: passenger vehicles with power door locks.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact buick service center at 1-800-521-7300 or oldsmobile service center at 1-800-442-6537. also,contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
94V189000 on 10/17/1994
Component:
Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Manufactured:
12/31/1993 - 12/31/1993
Affected:
206
Defect:
The right hand spindle nut was not properly tightened during assembly. this can cause premature wheel bearing failure and over time, the spindle can fracture.
Consequence:
This would cause the wheel to separate from the axle and result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the torque on the right hand front spindle nut. if the spindle nut is undertorqued the dealer will replace the right hand front wheel bearing assembly and the spindle nut will be replaced.
Notes:
System: suspension; independant front; spindle; knuckle; steering.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact buick at 1-800-521-7300, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
95V173000 on 09/11/1995
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured:
07/31/1988 - 08/29/1995
Affected:
2,216,325
Defect:
These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Consequence:
Consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.
Notes:
System: interior; active restraints; belt anchor and attachment; fmvss no.210.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 1-800-521-7300; chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; pontiac at 1-800-762-2737; or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

1994 OLDSMOBILE CIERA TSBs (11)

Bulletin:
433504
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
highway speed vibration. *tw
Bulletin:
436604
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
exhaust manifold seal squeak. *tw
Bulletin:
476523
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
cold start stall/sag/hesitation/cold rough idle. *tw
Bulletin:
577106
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
cold start rattle noise. *tw
Bulletin:
476135
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
oil leak at the rocker cover. *tw
Bulletin:
576124
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
cold engine tick or rattle after start-up (replace piston/pin assembly). *sd
Bulletin:
535013
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
abs dtc 34 and/or 35 may be set (replace/repair harness). *sd
Bulletin:
577106A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Cold start rattle noise. *tw
Bulletin:
776001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Knock, rattle or tap noise from the engine before the engine has reached operating temperature or under light load conditions at operating temperature knock, rattle or tap noise from the engine before the engine has reached operating
Bulletin:
577106A
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure). *tw
Bulletin:
776001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information concerning engine knock/rattle or tap noise before engine has reached operating temperature or under light load conditions at operating temperature (replace piston and/or rod assemblies). ak

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