If this condition occurs simultaneously without engaging the primary latch, the hood would not be restrained increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Structure — Body — Hood — Hinge And Attachments

Date Announced
JUN 06, 1997
Vehicles Affected
219,000
NHTSA Campaign #
97V095000
Summary
Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles. The secondary hood latch spring can disengage from its retention hole if the hood is slammed shut.
Actions
Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch spring with a longer end hook spring.
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