1997 BUICK LESABRE Recalls (2)

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.

1997 BUICK LESABRE TSBs (42)

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:
776110
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine oil level indicates over full (replace oil level indicator tube assembly). *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:
971101731615
Component:
152000 seat belts:rear
Summary:
Condition with outer rear seat belts are difficult to fasten. *yc
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:
97080177715F
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Experience a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration. *yc
Bulletin:
738325
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Customers may complain that the fuel gauge remains on "full" too long. *tt
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:
98839011
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some customers may comment about on a gap between the passenger supplemental inflatable restraint (psir) module and the instrument panel trim plate. *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:
9810008
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Information on fuel gauge intermittently inoperative: check for poor connection at c200. *yc
Bulletin:
98833005
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the vehicle
Bulletin:
877175
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some comments on vehicle surge. *yc
Bulletin:
9874T60E04
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience vehicle surging at 72 to 89 km/h ( 45 to 55 mph ). *yc
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:
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:
32
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding extra clips in the 4t65e transmission. *slc
Bulletin:
010601008A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak. *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:
PI1217
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This preliminary bulletin provides a way to aid the technician in diagnosing transmission fluid leaking from the trans breather vent.
Bulletin:
05-06-04-035D
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what e85 fuel may due to a non e85 vehicle.
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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