1994 Buick Century and Oldsmobile Ciera recall: latch

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on August 31, 1994. It covers about 139,542 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 139,542
reported: Aug 31, 1994
owners notified: Sep 22, 1994
related complaints: 1

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

What is wrong: Water intrusion can cause a short circuit in the power door lock assembly.
Risk: A short circuit in the power door lock assembly can result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 94V159000

Affected vehicles

Buick Century 1994 1994
Oldsmobile Ciera 1994 1994

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about locks problems.

1994 Buick Century 1994 Oldsmobile Ciera

Questions about recall 94V159000

Is there a recall on the 1994 Buick Century and Oldsmobile Ciera latch?

Yes. Recall 94V159000, reported on August 31, 1994, covers about 139,542 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 94V159000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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