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1996 Buick Roadmaster recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1996 Buick Roadmaster, covering 30,528 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studsReported December 10, 1996 · 21,582 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The wheel lug nuts were not tightened to the proper specification during assembly.
Risk
This condition could result in a fracture of the wheel studs causing the wheel to separate from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the vehicle's wheel lug nuts to the proper specification.

Recall number 96V245000 · Recall details

Air bagsReported November 3, 1995 · 8,946 vehicles affected
What is wrong
These vehicles were shipped with both the supplemental inflatable restraint caution label and a roof rack caution label installed on the same side of the sun visor. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no.208, "occupant crash protection."
Risk
Consequence of non-compliance: operators could fail to notice and heed the warning labels.
Remedy
A new roof rack caution label, with installation instructions, will be sent directly to owners. Owners will install the label or have their dealer install the label for them.

Recall number 95V215000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1996 Buick Roadmaster recalls

How do I check if my 1996 Buick Roadmaster has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1996 Buick Roadmaster have?

2, covering wheels and air bags.

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