A bent secondary hood latch could cause the primarylatch to malfunction. If this occured the hood could unexpectedly open. Ifthis happened while vehicle is in motion reduction of forward visibility couldcause a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Latches/Locks/Linkages — Hood — Latch

Date Announced
MAR 23, 1988
Vehicles Affected
282,052
NHTSA Campaign #
88V039000
Summary
Secondary hood latch assembly may not have been properly adjusted resulting in latch becoming bent.
Actions
Inspect and replace secondary hood latch assemblies as required.
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