NHTSA recall 88V048000
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Buick Century and 2 more
Reported Apr 1, 19883,428 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Nov 1, 1987 – Nov 1, 1987
The defect
Front suspension lower control arm bracket could develop metal cracks.
The risk
These cracks may result in disengagement of the lowercontrol arm. if this occurs while vehicle IS in motion, it could result inloss of steering control and a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
The remedy
Inspect all vehicles and replace engine cradle assembly on all suspect vehicles.