1996 BUICK PARK AVENUE Recalls (3)
- Campaign:
- 95V204000 on 10/31/1995
- Component:
- Electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
- Manufactured:
- 02/28/1995 - 07/31/1995
- Affected:
- 32,869
- Defect:
- 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.
- Consequence:
- 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.
- Correction:
- Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the mall module.
- Notes:
- 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 1-800-521-7300; oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537; or pontiac at 1-800-762-2737. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
- Campaign:
- 96V044000 on 03/11/1996
- Component:
- Seat belts:front:buckle assembly
- Manufactured:
- 12/31/1995 - 01/31/1996
- Affected:
- 15,122
- Defect:
- These vehicles were assembled with one or more incorrect safety belt and/or safety belt buckle ends. this does not conform with the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
- Consequence:
- Consequence of non-compliance: if an incorrect part is used, the belt may not latch properly, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant should a vehicle crash occur.
- Correction:
- Dealers will inspect all front and rear safety belt latch ends and safety belt buckles for correct parts and replace any incorrect parts.
- Notes:
- System: interior; active restraints; belt buckles, fmvss no. 209. 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. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
- Campaign:
- 96V116000 on 07/07/1996
- Component:
- Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
- Manufactured:
- 06/30/1995 - 04/30/1996
- Affected:
- 275,811
- Defect:
- A backfire during engine starting can cause breakage of the upper intake manifold.
- Consequence:
- This condition can cause a no-start condition and possibly an engine compartment fire.
- Correction:
- Dealers will update the powertrain control module programming. until the campaign repair is made, the vehicle hood should be shut whenever starting the vehicle to reduce the chance of personal injury.
- Notes:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 3.8l v6 engine. owner notification: owner notifications began during july 1996. 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; 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.
1996 BUICK PARK AVENUE TSBs (35)
- Bulletin:
- 577106A
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Cold start rattle noise. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 631218
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- A/c system flutter and/or moan noise with hvac in a/c modes. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 677164
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Intermittent neutral or loss of drive at highway speeds or from fourth gear (replace control valve body assembly). *tw
- Bulletin:
- 577106A
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure). *tw
- Bulletin:
- 731608
- Component:
- 135100 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:interior
- Summary:
- Excessive vibration of electrochromic inside rearview mirror. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 549001A
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- Cln indicator appears on radio display and does not turn off (reset cln indicator with the eject button on tape). *tw
- Bulletin:
- 731207
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Intermittent a/c system thump noise on initial start up from front passenger side floor panel (replace accumulator). *tw
- Bulletin:
- 970501735019
- Component:
- 033000 service brakes, hydraulic:power assist
- Summary:
- When brakes are depressed force or engine load may affect and cause various noises. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 971101739015
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Comments on insufficient range of the keyless entry system. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 971101735030
- Component:
- 050000 parking brake
- Summary:
- Comments that the park brake pedal is not setting correctly or releasing prematurely while trying to set the park brake. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 971101631041
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- Bulletin:
- 970801777155
- Component:
- 105100 power train:driveline:universal joint
- Summary:
- Experiencing a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9709016116A
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Comments of an engine oil leak that appears to originate toward the driver's side of the vehicle; rear of engine. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9709013202B
- Component:
- 011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
- Summary:
- Experiencing intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 97080177715F
- Component:
- 102000 power train:manual transmission
- Summary:
- Experience a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98777155A
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Experiencing a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration between 20 and 40 mph. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 10001
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Information on growling noise in transaxle during first four minutes after start up. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98833005
- Component:
- 020000 suspension
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment that the vehicle
- Bulletin:
- 832006
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment that there is corrosion ( rust ) appearing on the left and /or right rocker panel(s). *yc
- Bulletin:
- 990605005
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a popping type noise heard in the passenger compartment. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 990730030
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3t40, 4t60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that is noticeable when in park on incline. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010601007
- Component:
- 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
- Summary:
- Engine coolant consumption or coolant leak (inspect for material degradation/replace intake manifolds) *tt updated 11/02/07 *nj
- Bulletin:
- 010601008
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 990730030A
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3t40, 4t60, 4t60-e or 4t65-e transaxles may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that is noticeable when standing in park on a hill or slope with the engine running and the parking
- Bulletin:
- 010601007A
- Component:
- 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
- Summary:
- Experiencing excessive engine coolant consumption, or an engine coolant leak near or under the throttle body area of the upper intake manifold. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010601008A
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 02120
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Hvac faceplate lens available for replacement. service vme. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 040601017
- Component:
- 063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- Summary:
- New upper intake manifold and gasket kits. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 040601021
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- New rear main seal and special tool for installation. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 050604058
- Component:
- 180000 vehicle speed control
- Summary:
- Intermittent chuggle or fishbite on light acceleration or a highway speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs). *tt
- Bulletin:
- PIP4723B
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
- Bulletin:
- PIC4696A
- Component:
- 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- Bulletin:
- PIC4696B
- Component:
- 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- Bulletin:
- 17-NA-073
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- Bulletin:
- PIC4696C
- Component:
- 150000 seat belts
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
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