Vehicle recall 88V078000 · May 10, 1988

Buick Riviera and Oldsmobile Toronado

Insufficient clearance between the power steering pump pressure hose assembly and the transmission governor/speed sensor connector could cause abrasion of the hose.

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

Summary: Insufficient clearance between the power steering pump pressure hose assembly and the transmission governor/speed sensor connector could cause abrasion of the hose.
Consequence: This could result in a fluid leak, with the potential foran underhood fire.
Remedy: Replace the power steering pump pressure hose.
Notes: System: power steering pump hose.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 88V078000
Reported to NHTSA: May 10, 1988
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: June 30, 1988
Vehicles potentially affected: 65,136
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump

Recall 88V078000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Buick Riviera (1986-1987): 1987, 1986
Oldsmobile Toronado (1986-1987): 1987, 1986

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