NHTSA Campaign Id 94V159000; Date: Aug. 31, 1994
A short circuit in the power door lock assembly can result in a vehicle fire.
1994 Buick Century; 1994 Oldsmobile Ciera
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 139,542
Water intrusion can cause a short circuit in the power door lock assembly.
Dealers will replace the power door lock relay and any corroded terminals. In addition, the new relay will be relocated to an area where water intrusion is less likely.
System: structure; door assembly; latches and locks. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles with power door locks. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact Buick service center at 1-800-521-7300 or Oldsmobile service center at 1-800-442-6537. Also,contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 22, 1994
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