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Buick Recall : GM/Fuel:Carburetor:Single:Manifold:Intake
1996 Buick Regal
This condition can cause a no-start condition and possibly an engine compartment fire.
Fuel System, Gasoline — Fuel Injection System
Date Announced
JUL 01, 1996
Vehicles Affected
275,811
NHTSA Campaign #
96V116000
Summary
A backfire during engine starting can cause breakage of the upper intake manifold.
Actions
Dealers will update the powertrain control module programming. Until the campaign repair is made, the vehicle hood should be shut whenever starting the vehicle to reduce the chance of personal injury.
Documents (1)
Recall Document