Oldsmobile: equipment recalls

1. 09E005000Received 17 Feb 2009. 979 units.

   Steering

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Dorman is recalling 979 steering knuckles, dorman p/nos. 697-902 and 697-903, sold under dorman's "oe solutions^tm" brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 and 7-8503 which were sold for replacement use on the various vehicles listed above. A potential material or design defect could result in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dorman will notify owners and replace the defective steering knuckles free of charge and reimburse the repair facility or owner for labor. The recall began on february 23, 2009. Owners may contact dorman's toll-free hotline at 1-800-523-2492 and press 5.

   Products named: Buick Regal 1999; Buick Regal 1997; Chevrolet Impala 2001; Pontiac Montana 2003; Oldsmobile Silhouette 1998; Pontiac Montana 2000; Pontiac Montana 1999; Buick Century 2003; Buick Century 2002; Buick Century 2000; Buick Century 1999; Buick Century 1998, and 79 more.

   Report filed by DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Feb 2009.

2. 08E063000Received 17 Oct 2008. 3,855 units.

   Steering

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Dorman products is recalling 3,900 intermediate steering shafts dorman part nos. 425-151, 425-152, and 425-153, (sold under dorman's "oe solutions" brand name), balkamp #'s 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (sold under the "napa" brand name), and platinum parts #'s 2425151, 2425152, and 2425153 manufactured during the month of september 2007. These replacement steering shafts can be used on the vehicles listed above. The weld connecting the inner tube to the outer tube may be defective.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the weld fails, loss of steering could result, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dorman will notify owners and replace the steering shafts free of charge. The recall began on october 16, 2008. Owners may contact dorman toll free at 1-800-523-2492.

   Products named: Buick Regal 2004; Pontiac Sunfire 1998; Oldsmobile Intrigue 1998; Chevrolet Impala 2001; Chevrolet Cavalier 2005; Buick Regal 1999; Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2005; Chevrolet Cavalier 2002; Dorman Steering Shaft; Chevrolet Cavalier 2000; Platinum 2425153; Platinum 2425152, and 38 more.

   Report filed by DORMAN PRODUCTS, INC..

3. 08E050000Received 11 Aug 2008. 1,921 units.

   Exterior Lighting / Headlights

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.

   Products named: Honda Civic 1991; GMC Sierra 1988; Dodge Ram 2001; Dodge Ram 1996; Dodge Ram 1994; K2 Motor LBLIB02KS; K2 Motor LBCRX90YD; K2 Motor LBBEE98YD; K2 Motor LBACD90YD; K2 Motor LBMAX95JMKS; K2 Motor LBMIN02KS; K2 Motor LBMST87JMKS, and 283 more.

   Report filed by K2 MOTOR CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Dec 2008.

4. 07E088000Received 24 Oct 2007. 121,680 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain 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, in the NHTSA record

   This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Honeywell 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.

   Products named: GMC G3500 1983; GMC G2500 1985; GMC G2500 1984; GMC G2500 1982; Chevrolet Express 3500 2000; Chevrolet Caprice 1991; Chevrolet Caprice 1990; Chevrolet Caprice 1986; Chevrolet Caprice 1983; Chevrolet Caprice 1982; Chevrolet Caprice 1981; Chevrolet Caprice 1980, and 790 more.

   Report filed by HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Nov 2007.

5. 07E021000Received 12 Mar 2007. 742 units.

   Fuel System, Other / Storage / Tank Assembly / Pressure Relief Devices

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.

   Products named: Pontiac Trans Sport 1997; Pontiac Sunfire 1998; Pontiac Sunfire 2000; Pontiac Sunfire 2001; Pontiac Montana 2001; Pontiac Grand Prix 1993; Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1999; GMC Sonoma 2000; Buick Rendezvous 2004; Buick Rendezvous 2003; Buick Skylark 1997; Chevrolet Beretta 1996, and 147 more.

   Report filed by DELPHI. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Apr 2007.

6. 07E015000Received 26 Feb 2007. 3,124 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain delphi aftermarket fuel pump modules / module reservoir assemblies (mra) that were sold for use on the above listed vehicles. During production the mras vent and fuel return tubes were reversed. This condition can result in the vehicle not running correctly (idle rough and/or stall) due to an overly rich fuel blend or the vehicle's evaporative emission carbon canister may leak fuel.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A stalled vehicle can increase the risk of a vehicle crash. A fuel leak can result in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Delphi will notify owners and replace the defective mras free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 1-877-335-7443.

   Products named: Chevrolet Cavalier 1998; Chevrolet Cavalier 1997; Oldsmobile Achieva 1997; Oldsmobile Achieva 1996; Buick Skylark 1997; Delphi FG0049-11B1; Delphi MU269; Delphi MU55; Pontiac Grand AM 1998; Pontiac Grand AM 1996; Pontiac Sunfire 1998; Pontiac Grand AM 1997, and 7 more.

   Report filed by DELPHI. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Mar 2007.

7. 06E043000Received 19 May 2006. 88,303 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

   Products named: GMC Yukon 1996; Buick Riviera 1984; Buick Riviera 1987; Buick Riviera 1988; Buick Riviera 1989; Buick Regal 1985; Buick Regal 1987; Buick Regal 1988; Buick Regal 1990; GMC Sierra 1500 HD 2001; GMC Sierra 1500 HD 2004; GMC Sierra 1500 HD 2005, and 739 more.

   Report filed by HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Oct 2006.

8. 06E041000Received 18 May 2006. 7,800 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain r&b, INC. Central multiport fuel injection (cmfi) fuel return lines, models help 55163, napa balkamp 700-3270, and the connection 2560001, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. The fuel return line has a mechanical bleed valve which was not installed at the proper torque.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A fuel leak can occur at the valve, possibly resulting in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   R&b, INC. Will notify owners and at the customers request, either replace the fuel line or offer a full refund. The recall began on may 4, 2006. Owners may contact r&b, INC. At 215-712-5330.

   Products named: The Connection 2560001; Oldsmobile Bravada 1995; Oldsmobile Bravada 1994; Oldsmobile Bravada 1993; Oldsmobile Bravada 1992; Chevrolet Astro 1993; GMC Safari 1993; GMC Typhoon 1992; GMC Typhoon 1993; GMC Sonoma 1992; GMC Sonoma 1995; Chevrolet Blazer 1993, and 21 more.

   Report filed by R&B, INC..

9. 90E043004Received 30 Oct 1990. 39 units.

   Air Bags / Frontal

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Threaded inflator components may have been damaged during assembly which may allow components to separate when inflator receives a signal to deploy the air bag.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Inflator component separation allows hot combustion gasesto escape into the passenger compartment which could result in injuries to vehicle occupants.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Replace air bag modules containing potentially defective inflators.

   Products named: Cadillac Eldorado 1990; Buick Reatta 1990; Oldsmobile 88 1990; Buick Riviera 1990; Cadillac Seville 1990; Oldsmobile Toronado 1990; Cadillac Deville 1990; Oldsmobile 98 1990.

   Report filed by GENERAL MOTORS CORP.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Dec 1990.

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

• Cutlass3
• Silhouette3
• 882
• 982
• Achieva2
• Bravada2
• Cutlass Calais2
• Cutlass Supreme2
• Delta 882
• Intrigue2
• Omega2
• Toronado2
• Alero1
• Calais1
• Custom Cruiser1
• Cutlass Ciera1
• Cutlass Cruiser1
• Firenza1
• Starfire1

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• Nos2
• Nova Bus2
• Obx2
• OE Solutions3
• Ohlins5
• Omix-Ada2
• Onan2
• Optronics2
• Orion2
• Orscheln3

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Which Oldsmobile products do the campaigns name?

The NHTSA records have 19 product names for these campaigns. The name in the most campaigns is: Cutlass

How many units does a Oldsmobile equipment campaign have?

The median Oldsmobile campaign has 3,124 units. The median of all 2,866 equipment campaigns is 1,677 units.

Which component do the Oldsmobile campaigns name most often?

Fuel System, Gasoline, in 3 campaigns. The component is the first component in the NHTSA record of a campaign.