Latches/Locks/Linkages — Hood — Latch

Date Announced

DEC 07, 1983

Vehicles Affected

10,421

NHTSA Campaign #

83V131000

Summary

Production tolerance errors could allow accidental hood opening. If the hood is not securely latched in the fully locked position, driving at high speed or hitting a large bump could cause the hood to open without warning.

Actions

Dealers will inspect and replace defective hood latches at no charge.