Vehicle recall 96V212000 · October 30, 1996

1997 Buick Skylark

During assembly of the left rear quarter panel, some welds were missed.

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

Summary: During assembly of the left rear quarter panel, some welds were missed. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity."
Consequence: In the event of a rear end collision, the vehicle sheet metal structure will not perform as designed causing unexpected damage to the fuel tank or fuel lines, resulting in fuel leakage. If this is a fuel leak and an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for the missing welds and, if necessary, place three whelds between the involved panels applying primer, sealer and anti-corrosion materials.
Notes: Owner notification:owner notification began during October 1996. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Buick at 1-800-521-7300.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 96V212000
Reported to NHTSA: October 30, 1996
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: November 11, 1996
Vehicles potentially affected: 245
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly

Recall 96V212000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Buick Skylark (1997): 1997

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