NHTSA Recall 91V073000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V073000; Date: May. 2, 1991
Recalled Vehicles:
1990 Utilimaster Aeromate; 1991 Utilimaster Aeromate
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Manufactured by: Utilimaster Corporation
Affected Units:: 541
Recall Summary:
The primary hood latch can release when vehicle is driven in the condition of high wind gusts. The primary hood latch failure will also cause the secondary hood latch to fail simultaneously.
How to Fix:
Replace defective primary and secondary latch mechanisms with a larger spring on the primary latch, and a redesigned catch on the secondary latch.
Recall Notes:
System: hood latches. Vehicle description: walk-in minivans. Consequence of defects: if primary and secondary hood latch failure occurs, thehood can fly open and break one or both front windshields, blocking the driver'svision, which could result in occupant injury and/or vehicle crash.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 10, 1991
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