1999 Buick Lesabre
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1999 Buick Lesabre. Newest first.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3800 V6 (L36) engines and certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, the regulators have a much higher than usual rate of fuel leaks. a leak can allow fuel to enter the intake manifold through a vacuum line. if the engine does not start when cranked, the fuel from the leaking regulator and a mistimed spark can…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The backfire can rupture the intake manifold. the rupture of the intake manifold can displace a fuel line, pulling an injector out of place, and causing a fuel leak and possible fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install new fuel pressure regulators with improved diaphragms. The recall will be conducted in phased mailings. phase 1 began on june 30, 2004, and phase 2 began on september 30, 2004. owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 4t65e automatic transmissions. these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence." a retaining clip, which secures the manual valve to the linkage of the transmission detent lever, can become loose under a combination of possible driver shifting…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the link disconnects, the driver's indicated prndl state may differ from the hydraulic state of the transmission. if the driver selects 'drive' and the transmission IS actually in 'reverse', a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the manual valve/link assembly with a replacement manual valve/link kit, featuring a spring-type fastener.
Owner complaints
209 complaints19 involved a crash20 involved a fire19 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Suspension · Unknown or other
As I was driving from the gas station I took a left and as I accelerated, the engine started to vibrate. I I had never noticed this before that day. So proceed to take my time carefully back to work. I examined the undercarriage of my 99 lesabre custom and that's where I noticed that the drivers…
As I was driving from the gas station I took a left and as I accelerated, the engine started to vibrate. I I had never noticed this before that day. So proceed to take my time carefully back to work. I examined the undercarriage of my 99 lesabre custom and that's where I noticed that the drivers side subframe bushings have all but fell out due to severe rust. Thankfully the passenger side IS still firmly attached. Upon further research, this IS a common problem with gm cars of this era and the dorman replacement parts are readily available. Had this component failed on both sides the engine and transmission would have fallen out and caused an accident or worse. I am still trying to figure out if this IS a recall issue or just a bad choice of vehicle design by gm and their lack of concern for the publics well being. These subframe bushings should have been or should be a viable recall concern today. thank you for your consideration in this matter.
- Air bags
I was sitting at a red light when my air bag from the steering column deployed in my face. I did not hit anything. It was on or about 1/25/18. About a week prior to this event my horn began to steadily blow inexplicably. I did not have any reason to suspect anything other than a malfunctioning horn…
I was sitting at a red light when my air bag from the steering column deployed in my face. I did not hit anything. It was on or about 1/25/18. About a week prior to this event my horn began to steadily blow inexplicably. I did not have any reason to suspect anything other than a malfunctioning horn so I disconnected the wires to the horn. When the air bag deployed about a week later I concluded the air bag was inflating inside the steering wheel applying pressure to the horn sensor. I took it to the dealer who, after weeks of investigation, concluded they could not do anything to repair it and suggested I call general motors customer assist center. after reviewing pictures, (no one actually physically looked at it) gm decided corrosion to the sensing module caused the problem. I contend they have a defective valve which overtime began leaking gas into the air bag, hence the issue with the blowing horn.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle 5 -10 minutes later. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was malfunctioning. The fuel pump was…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle 5 -10 minutes later. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was malfunctioning. The fuel pump was replaced. After the fuel pump replacement, a strong fuel odor was detected in the vehicle while driving or parked. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel ring was causing the fuel odor. The ring was replaced, but the issue persisted. The contact took the vehicle back to the independent mechanic who stated that the fuel tank and fuel neck were the possible cause of the continuing fuel odor, and both parts needed replacement. The contact had the fuel tank and fuel neck replaced, but the fuel odor continued. The manufacturer and the local buick dealer were not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Service brakes · Structure › Body
Vehicle was brought in for a full fuel line replacement. Technician reported that the body and sub-frame are corroded to the extent that the vehicle should not be driven on the road.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and all the warning indicators illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the fuel pump was replaced. After the repair, the failure…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and all the warning indicators illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the fuel pump was replaced. After the repair, the failure persisted and a strong fuel odor was present. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact stated that the air bag deployed independently while the vehicle was parked. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the air bag and air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact stated that the air bag deployed independently while the vehicle was parked. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the air bag and air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case on the contact's behalf. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000. ....Updated 0711/16 *bf *cn
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact noticed a fuel odor and observed fuel leakage. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,000.
- Electrical system
1999 buick lesabre. consumer writes in regards to defective ignition switch- anti theft wiring issues. *smd the consumer stated the ignition switch had to be replaced. An examination revealed that one of the anti-theft wires was broken and the second wire had the protective insulation coating…
1999 buick lesabre. consumer writes in regards to defective ignition switch- anti theft wiring issues. *smd the consumer stated the ignition switch had to be replaced. An examination revealed that one of the anti-theft wires was broken and the second wire had the protective insulation coating cracked through to the copper wire. It appeared that rotation of the cylinder had chafed over time and compromised the integrity of both wires and the cause the security dash light to illuminate and the vehicle not to start. *Jb
- Air bags
Driving north on avon rd, plainfield in, both air bags deployed for no reason. it blew the drivers hands off the wheel going 45 miles per hour. Did not crash. the passenger has bruises on leg. it happened early evening, still light outside, good weather. No warning what so ever. *tr
- Engine
My car IS a 1999 buick la sabre with a 3.8L engine. July/20/2012 my car had 80,000 miles on it when my engine started to miss. When I got it looked at by my friend I was told there was coolant in the cylinders. The engine had problems with the intake plenum leaking coolant, because of the egr…
My car IS a 1999 buick la sabre with a 3.8L engine. July/20/2012 my car had 80,000 miles on it when my engine started to miss. When I got it looked at by my friend I was told there was coolant in the cylinders. The engine had problems with the intake plenum leaking coolant, because of the egr system. He then fixed the car. On november 20, 2014 my engine had 138,000 miles when it overheated on the highway. I found no coolant in the reservoir with coolant in the oil. When my friend looked at my car he said it was the plenum again, but this time the coolant in the oil may have wiped the main bearings. The overheating may have also warped the cylinder heads. He told me at the least there was damage done to the bearings. Being upset I looked online for information to find that this problem IS common with that engine. Also that gm didn't acknowledge the problem. Has gm finally admitted to faulty manufacturing? Even if my car IS fixed I no longer feel safe driving it. It may leave me on the road in winter someday with my young son. Or worse, stalling on the highway with loss of power steering. Can someone please help? I am a single mother going to college and money IS tight. *tr
- Electrical system · Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 mph making a right turn, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted and was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 98,927.
- Electrical system · Engine
Traveling about 65 - 70 mph I noticed my speedometer went 'wacky', meaning it went down to 0 - 20 mph and back up again to the speed I was traveling. nothing else happened. the next time, maybe a week to a couple weeks later it did I it again, only I heard the doors unlock and it had died. since…
Traveling about 65 - 70 mph I noticed my speedometer went 'wacky', meaning it went down to 0 - 20 mph and back up again to the speed I was traveling. nothing else happened. the next time, maybe a week to a couple weeks later it did I it again, only I heard the doors unlock and it had died. since then it has been happening more frequently. I have always been able to start it right back up. I can be out on the highway or in town. I usually put it into neutral, start it and keep going. It has happened as many times as 3 times a day, or it won't die for 3-4 days. I did have one especially dangerous situation with a semi-trailer truck behind me on the highway when the vehicle just died. *tr
- Electrical system
Battery went down when clock left on because ignition was loose or faulty. So now I make sure clock IS off when I shut it down. car started up fine - drove it 6 miles - came back out to start it after an hour and nothing-no sound nothing-about 20 minutes later I tried it again and it started right…
Battery went down when clock left on because ignition was loose or faulty. So now I make sure clock IS off when I shut it down. car started up fine - drove it 6 miles - came back out to start it after an hour and nothing-no sound nothing-about 20 minutes later I tried it again and it started right up. there has been a grinding sound n cassette player with no cassette in it at one time. dash lights lit up while driving so automatically thought there IS short in dash board. second time I put key in and nothing happened-no sound-nothing, when it finally decided to start this time I took to auto zone. first they said battery, but battery IS pretty new, then another man said alternator. got alternator from shop that rebuilds alternators and they don't think it IS alternator. rear defroster doesn't work and for some reason I think short or problem could be here, but not sure. I've driven it many times with dash lights on, knowing that nothing IS wrong with car. oil IS good, cooling good, transmission good. it has to be an electrical problem. alternator belt IS not loose. todate, the problem has not been fixed. I even thought it was key, so got second key and tried it - not the key. *tr
- Electrical system · Electrical system › Ignition
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while having maintenance performed for an oil leak, the technician noticed that the ignition switch cable was fractured causing the security system and electrical system to malfunction. the technician stated that the ignition…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. the contact stated that while having maintenance performed for an oil leak, the technician noticed that the ignition switch cable was fractured causing the security system and electrical system to malfunction. the technician stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. However, the contact mentioned that after the repairs the vehicle failed to start until after several attempts and in several occasions it stalled while driving. The vehicle was taken back to dealer. the technician stated that the electronic part in the ignition was not communicating with the key. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
- Electrical system · Engine
In approx 2010 my buick lesabre had issues starting and would occasionally stop operating during travel. All ignition functions would cease to work. Towed to buick dealership to resolve and replaced ignition switch. This year a similar action happened where the car would not start. Again at the dealership the ignition switch was replaced. IS this ignition switch issue included in the gm recall? *tr
- Electrical system
Wire in steering column opens. Car won't start. *tr
- Air bags · Electrical system · Steering
Re: accident may, 27, 2014, ncic 9245, officer ID 17604 the above accident was caused by a mechanical failure of the buick LE sabre, 1999, license # [xxx]. Not driver error. Leaving highway 193 turning onto hwy 49, (going toward auburn) being a 2 lane narrow winding road, the engine of the above…
Re: accident may, 27, 2014, ncic 9245, officer ID 17604 the above accident was caused by a mechanical failure of the buick LE sabre, 1999, license # [xxx]. Not driver error. Leaving highway 193 turning onto hwy 49, (going toward auburn) being a 2 lane narrow winding road, the engine of the above vehicle died, locked up the steering, and had no brakes. I was unable to stop or control the car. This was the first time there was a loss of brakes. In trying to control the car it caused me to veer off the road to the right hand side. Upon leaving the road and crashing the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle has had this problem before verified by witnesses with the exception of the loss of brakes. passenger in car on trip from fresno to auburn, in march of 2013, (mechanical failure of car engine, died, no steering), this happened twice, on same day. Csaa was called to tow car. contact: [xxx] car being driven by [xxx]., (mechanical failure of car, engine died, no steerage), on hwy 49 and lonestar road. Called csaa. [Xxx] the engine turning off while driving had happened on other occasions and there was difficulty in the car starting during cold weather. the buick lesabre has had regular service and maintenance. Records of service and repairs can be provided upon request. the ignition keys for the buick had extra keys attached to it. There were 4 additional keys, plus key light. look forward to your reply. sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6) *js
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, a loud noise was heard and white smoke emitted from the engine compartment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 114,000.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact stated that the brake lines were rusted and leaking. The contact was driving 45 mph when the brakes failed. The contact replaced one brake line. The other three were rusted and seeping through. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 122,000. . ..Updated 01-10-14 *bf updated 01/1
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact stated that the air bags deployed inadvertently once the engine was started. The contact sustained injuries to the head and neck as a result of the failure. The vehicle was inspected by an adjuster sent by the manufacturer, who determined that…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact stated that the air bags deployed inadvertently once the engine was started. The contact sustained injuries to the head and neck as a result of the failure. The vehicle was inspected by an adjuster sent by the manufacturer, who determined that the failure was caused by the floor mats, which had become saturated and corroded the air bag wiring over a time. The vin was not available. The failure and the current mileage was 100,000. *Tr
- Visibility
The windshield wipers intermittently stop working. multiple and continuing failures. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
While performing routine maintenance with my son he noticed all the front brake lines were severely rusted and close to failure. this vehicle previously encountered a burst rear brake line on 5-19-09, mileage at that time was 143,304. see nhtsa odi #: 10269462. all metal brake lines from…
While performing routine maintenance with my son he noticed all the front brake lines were severely rusted and close to failure. this vehicle previously encountered a burst rear brake line on 5-19-09, mileage at that time was 143,304. see nhtsa odi #: 10269462. all metal brake lines from the master cylinder and to/from the ABS unit and front wheels were replaced to avoid imminent brake failure. silently rusting brake lines are a potential for sudden and unexpected brake loss, only giving the driver seconds to react. *tr
- Structure › Body › Hood · Suspension › Front
TL* the contact owns a 1999 buick lesabre. The contact stated that while driving over a pothole at a low speed, the strut housing on the front passenger side failed and the hood popped open. The vehicle was taken to a local garage and the contact was informed that the wheel welding was defective and caused the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 124,156.
- Electrical system · Visibility · Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer
The event leading to the incident involved turning on the rear defroster. After turning on the rear defroster I smelt smoke and burnt electronics. The rear window would not defrost. I turned the car off and pulled off the panel near the wire running to the rear windshield and discovered the "power…
The event leading to the incident involved turning on the rear defroster. After turning on the rear defroster I smelt smoke and burnt electronics. The rear window would not defrost. I turned the car off and pulled off the panel near the wire running to the rear windshield and discovered the "power radio amplifier" had melted and caught fire, resulting in burns to the panel and complete loss of radio and rear defroster. This of course made it impossible to defrost the rear windshield. A replacement part was bought and installed by myself (the wiring harnesses and cables needed to be repaired due to severe burning as well). I still own the old burnt part. *tt
- Service brakes, hydraulic
There were no events leading to the failure. The failure was sudden in nature. The failure was the brakes on my car which resulted in a minor (no damage) accident due to lack of stopping power. The brake lines rusted through (pictures available, the lines may still be available) causing nearly…
There were no events leading to the failure. The failure was sudden in nature. The failure was the brakes on my car which resulted in a minor (no damage) accident due to lack of stopping power. The brake lines rusted through (pictures available, the lines may still be available) causing nearly complete loss of stopping power. I was able to pull over but did run into shrubbery resulting in minor scratches to the exterior. I had the car brought home and replaced the rusted brakes lines myself with new teflon coated lines to ensure failure would not occur again. *tt
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Engine compartment fires
Ea02-030 IS closed with gmea02-030 IS closed with gm?s actions in 03v-473 and 04v-090 recalling approximately 529,000 my 1998-99 c- and h-body vehicles equipped with defective fuel pressure regulators.these vehicles were equipped with plastic intake manifolds that are unable to contain pressures that occur in some…
Ea02-030 IS closed with gmea02-030 IS closed with gm?s actions in 03v-473 and 04v-090 recalling approximately 529,000 my 1998-99 c- and h-body vehicles equipped with defective fuel pressure regulators.these vehicles were equipped with plastic intake manifolds that are unable to contain pressures that occur in some backfire events and defective fuel pressure regulators with leaking diaphragms that can provide a source of fuel to produce a combustible air-fuel mixture in the manifold.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by odi that no safety defect exists in the vehicles that are not included in gm?s recalls.odi will continue to monitor the incidence of manifold ruptures and related fires in other my 1995-2002 gm passenger cars equipped with the subject intake manifold.for additional information, see the attached closing report.
- Engine compartment fires
- Transmission shift lever sequence
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10208027This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10190934Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
- 10190933Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
- 10190932Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
- 10190931Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
- 10171318This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10157018This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10137901This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
- 10135203This preliminary bulletin provides a way to aid the technician in diagnosing transmission fluid leaking from the trans breather vent.
- 10115081This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about cooler line fittings that come with the 4T65E General Motors remanufactured transmission may not be the same as Original equipment manufacturer quick connect verses inverted flare. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
- 10113443This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10113258This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint lamp, Service Vehicle Soon lamp on and/or radio locked, possibly after module replacement. Technician will need to check for an incorrect or non-existent VIN number in modules that require them. Technician should ensure that all modules that are replaced are programmed per currently published Service Information. Technician should also check the Sensing and Diagnostic Module part number if it was replaced.
- 10082506This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibration concerns.
- 10017568Intermittent chuggle or fishbite on light acceleration or a highway speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs).
- 10016464Wire harness may be stretched, or the pcs may not be oriented in the same position, after installing a service replacement valve body assembly. Gm tech link.
- 10013044This IS a fix it right the first time reminder going out to buick dealers regarding ashtrays that are either difficult to open or will not stay closed.
- 10012577Revised steering wheel position sensor or steering shaft lower bearing replacement procedure and steering wheel position sensor centering procedure.
- 10012148New rear main seal and special tool for installation.
- 10010868Dealers may comment on a chuggle, surge, misfire condition.
- 10009950Engine intake manifold coolant leak.
- 10008471New upper intake manifold and gasket kits.
- 10007859Upcoming product safety recall fuel pressure regulator.
- 10004213The 4t65e automatic transmission may exhibit a condition of a harsh garage shift into reverse or drive on a cold start.
- 10002394Grind noise or no vehicle movement when shifting into drive or reverse.
- 6089158Voluntary emission campaign for vehicles with an obd-ii calibration that causes a false oxygen sensor code, p1133, to set under certain conditions, resulting in malfunction indicator lamp illumination.
- 6088955Subject regarding low power / stumble when accelerating in turns or straight line.
- 6088946Subject regarding wind noise at driver's front side door b-pillar area.
- 635006Information on servicing 4t65-e transaxle spacer plate and gaskets for various models from 1997 through 2002.
- 634997Information on servicing 4t65e transaxle spacer plate and gaskets.
- 634985Concerns with slips, harsh upshift or garage shifts, launch shudders, flares, erratic shifts and intermittent concerns, diagnostic trouble code p1811 or p0748 set.
- 634813Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak.
- 629375Subject regarding whine noise in park or neutral, service engine soon or service vehicle soon lamp illumination.
- 628928Some owners may comment on a transmission oil leak. Updated
- 628860Subject regarding harsh engagement into reverse gear in cold ambient temperature.
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