Vehicle recall 72V059000 · March 13, 1972

1972 Buick Riviera

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Notes: Buick campaign no n/a.possibility that incorrect steering gear assembly mayhave been installed.if condition exists there is possibility of prematuregear wear and eventual gear failure after prolonged usage possibly resulting inloss of steering control.(correctby inspecting and installing proper gearassembly where necessary.)

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 72V059000
Reported to NHTSA: March 13, 1972
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: March 8, 1972
Vehicles potentially affected: 149
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Recall 72V059000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Buick Riviera (1972): 1972

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