Buick Electra 1978

Model Electra made in 1978 by Buick got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning engine and engine cooling .

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.