Buick Century 1978

Model Century made in 1978 by Buick got 1 investigation as well as 7 recalls. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling and equipment.

Model 1978

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
78V139000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1977 to 01/01/1978V (Vehicle)33361906/19/1978MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/13/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe hub portion of the fan blade assembly could crack due to high stress levels generated during engine operating conditions. eventually, the blade could break apart at the hub and blade pieces could be propelled into the engine. if the hood is open while the engine is running, the fragments would be free to fly from the vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the fan blade assembly without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: engine cooling; fan blade assembly.consequences of defect: fan failure could result in damage to components in theengine area, or personal injury to bystanders if the hood is open at the time.note: the vehicle should not be serviced with the hood open and the enginerunning until the defect is corrected.
EQUIPMENT
07E088000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)12168011/08/2007MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.10/24/200710/30/2007
Defect SummaryCertain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
Consequence SummaryThis condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
NotesCustomers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
78V018000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)10001/18/1978MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.01/24/197810/12/1979571110
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, tire selection and rims, in that the tire placard does not contain legible tire size information.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will provide proper labels for the owner to install, or for dealer installation, if preferred.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: equipment; certification labels.consequences of defect: the owner will not be able to use the tire label toselect replacement tires. tires of inadequate loading capacity may be selected.this could lead to an overlaoded vehicle, tire failure, loss of vehicle controland an accident.
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT
84V149000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1977 to 07/01/1980V (Vehicle)310000012/28/1984ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/24/198411/27/1984
Defect SummaryRear axle assembly may have axles that were improperly manufactured. this condition may result in separation of the axle shaft and wheel assembly from the vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will inspect the rear axle to determine whether it was manufactured at the buffalo plant. if so, they will make axle measurements and if necessary replace or modify affected axle components without charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.system: power train; rear axle.consequences of defect: loss of the wheel assembly could lead to loss ofvehicle control and an accident.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS
85V048000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)1810000ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.04/29/198505/01/1985
Defect SummaryExcessive enlargement of the wheel cylinder pilot hole in the rear brake backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate and cause loss of brake fluid. consequence of defect: a loss of brake fluid leads to loss of rear brake action, creating the potential for an accident. front brakes would remain operational.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryAdd a part to prevent wheel cylinder from rotating.
NotesNote: owner notification will begin after september 1, 1985 and should be completed by september 30, 1985.vehicle description: midsize passenger cars and small trucks. system: rear brakes.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING
79V175000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1977 to 07/01/1978V (Vehicle)189622208/24/1979ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.07/23/197910/12/1979
Defect SummaryUnder certain driving conditions, these vehicles can experience temperatures in the front wheel outer bearing area which can affect the wheel bearing grease. this can result in inadequate lubrication of the bearing. this condition may be further aggravated by improper adjustment of the front wheel spindle nut.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will install new front wheel outer bearings packed with grease and the spindle will be coated with lubricant. new grease retainer caps will also be installed to maintain grease in outer bearing. this will be done free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; wheels; bearing grease.consequences of defect: continued operation of the vehicle along withinadequate lubrication may cause failure of the front wheel outer bearing andthe spindle. loss of vehicle control and an accident may result.note: bearing and spindle failure may be preceded by a noticeable vibration andnoise coming from the front end of the vehicle.
SUSPENSION - REAR
81V025000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1977 to 12/01/1980V (Vehicle)582116003/09/1981MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/25/198103/06/1981
Defect SummaryThe bolts that attach the lower rear control arm to the frame may fracture. the rear control arm supports and positions the rear axle. fracture of the bolts would allow the control arm to drop free.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryBoth rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.
NotesSystem: suspension; rear control arm attaching bolts.vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.consequences of defect: if the fracture occurs when the vehicle is in motion,it could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
EA86006GENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/27/198511/28/1988BRAKE BACKING PLATE
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