Power train: automatic transmissionRecall 91V-214 · Buick and Chevrolet vehicles
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall 91V-214 covers 10,141 Buick and Chevrolet vehicles for a power train: automatic transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on December 6, 1991.
Source: NHTSA recall 91V214000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSMISSION TO REMAIN IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFT INDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL GEAR POSITION.
The risk
IF THE TRANSMISSION REMAINS IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFTINDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AND RESULTIN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
The fix
REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.
SYSTEM: TRANSMISSION AND TRANSMISSION SHIFT INDICATOR.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1992 "A" AND "W" BODY PASSENGER CARS WITH 4-SPEEDAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 1, 1991 to November 1, 1991. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.