Vehicle recall 91V214000 · December 6, 1991

Buick Century, Oldsmobile Cutlass and 3 more models

The reverse servo apply pin may bind in the case which could cause reverse band distress (loss or slipping of reverse), reverse band drag in drive range (poor performance -- poor…

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Summary: The reverse servo apply pin may bind in the case which could cause reverse band distress (loss or slipping of reverse), reverse band drag in drive range (poor performance -- poor power), or the transmission to remain in reverse while the shift indicator shows neutral gear position.
Consequence: If the transmission remains in reverse while the shiftindicator shows neutral, the vehicle may unexpectedly move rearward and resultin a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Replace the transaxle where required.
Notes: System: transmission and transmission shift indicator.vehicle description: 1992 "a" and "w" body passenger cars with 4-speedautomatic transmissions.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 91V214000
Reported to NHTSA: December 6, 1991
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: November 29, 1991
Vehicles potentially affected: 10,141
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Power train › Automatic transmission

Recall 91V214000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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