NHTSA Recall 88V039000
NHTSA Campaign Id 88V039000; Date: Mar. 23, 1988
A bent secondary hood latch could cause the primarylatch to malfunction. If this occured the hood could unexpectedly open. Ifthis happened while vehicle is in motion reduction of forward visibility couldcause a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
1987 Chevrolet Beretta; 1988 Chevrolet Beretta; 1987 Chevrolet Corsica; 1988 Chevrolet Corsica
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 282,052
Recall Summary:
Secondary hood latch assembly may not have been properly adjusted resulting in latch becoming bent.
How to Fix:
Inspect and replace secondary hood latch assemblies as required.
Recall Notes:
System: hood latch/secondary. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 26, 1988
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