NHTSA recall 87V124000
Structure
Buick Regal and 2 more
Reported Aug 10, 1987261,171 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Aug 1, 1984 – Jun 1, 1985
The defect
Small cracks may develop in the body pillar around the door striker bolt hole.
The risk
Cracks would increase leading to difficulty in closingthe door and might allow door to come open during a crash, increasinglikelihood of injury to occupants.
The remedy
Install inner and outer reinforcement plate on both left and right body pillars.