1990 Buick Riviera recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 1990 Buick Riviera, covering 206,377 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Seat belts: front: webbingReported May 31, 1995 · 113,343 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The front outer shoulder belt web sew stop can become stuck in the retractor. The belt can be difficult to pull out of the retractor and some occupants may not be able to fasten the belt.
Risk: This condition can prevent a person from using their restraint system resulting in an increased risk of injury in an accident.
Remedy: Dealer will install a webbing stop button if the customer requests repair.

Recall number 95V110000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning: lampReported September 13, 1991 · 18,904 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Brake indicator light may not light when ignition is in the "on" position, the parking brake is applied, and the shift selector is in the park or neutral gear range.
Risk: Vehicles would not meet the requirements of fmvss 101and 105.
Remedy: Replace the prom in the body computer module to prevent this condition from occurring.

Recall number 91V158000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shiftReported September 6, 1990 · 63,964 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Transaxle shift control cable may disengage from the from the floor shift control with loss of gear indicator reference and shift selector operation.
Risk: Driver would not be able to determine actual gearposition the transaxle is in, which could result in unexpected vehicle movementand an accident without prior warning.
Remedy: Install a transaxle shift control cable retaining clip to prevent cable disengagement.

Recall number 90V164000 · Recall details

Seat belts: front: retractorReported February 12, 1990 · 10,166 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Misaligned rear seat safety belt shoulder retractor assemblies could cause pendulum interference, causing the belt to remain in locked position or to travel freely without locking.
Risk: In the event of a panic stop or accident, if the belt retractor inertia lock does not engage, the rear seat occupant would have an increased likelihood of injury.
Remedy: Realign rear shoulder belt retractor assembly.

Recall number 90V028000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1990 Buick Riviera recalls

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How many recalls does the 1990 Buick Riviera have?

4, covering seat belts, service brakes, hydraulic and power train.

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