NHTSA Campaign #91V166000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

SEPTEMBER 23
1991

3,212 vehicles recalled

1992 CHEVROLET CAVALIER -- The secondary hood latch spring is improperly installed or missing, leading to a condition where the secondary hood latch does not engage the secondary striker.

If the secondary hood latch is not engaged, and theprimary hood latch was also not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. Ifthis occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the hood may contact the windshield,reducing the forward vision area of the driver and a vehicle crash could occur.

Inspect hood latch assemblies and, where necessary, install a new secondary hood latch spring. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #91V166000 »