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Buick Riviera 1989 Vehicle Speed ControlBuick Riviera 1989 Vehicle Speed Control Review #958225 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on Dec 30, 1994.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . cruise control activated vehicle surged at high rate of speed. tt.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in MALTA, NY. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Riviera 1989 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under DashBuick Riviera 1989 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash Review #826915 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on Apr 21, 1998.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH . the computer screen on instrument panel kept blinking off & on. took to mechanic & was informed that an electrical short was the cause. vehicle had not been taken to a dealer as of yet.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4EZ11C3KU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Buick Riviera 1989 Service Brakes, Hydraulic AntilockBuick Riviera 1989 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #844121 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on July 23, 1999.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . total brake failure. vehicle has been inspected and repaired on two occasions. the defective design of the motor module for the abs system is the cause of the failure. can nhtsa help in this matter or provide further information. *ak .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4E211C4KU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in BAYONNE, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Buick Riviera 1989 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Riviera 1989 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Buick Riviera 1989 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc RotorBuick Riviera 1989 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor Review #847954 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on .BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR . when applyng the brakes at 35 to 40 mph, pedal goes to the floor and vehicle will not stop. dealer cut rotors down beyond size required by state. the rotors need to be replaced. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4EZ11C8KU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in BELLEVILLE, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 13, 1998. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Buick Riviera 1989 drive type:RWD. Buick Riviera 1989 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Buick Riviera 1989 StructureBuick Riviera 1989 Structure Review #722279 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 1999.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STRUCTURE . at the time of the repair/replacement of the fuel pump, fittings, lines... costing $467.00 on 11/23/99 -- the mechanic and manager informed us of the imminent dangers of the loss of steering control due to the severity of the of "rusted-through cradle arm and breaking, rusty bolts pertaining to the engine cradle" that will require that the engine be extracted and the "cradle" be replaced (or if possible? "welded" ?). we just purchased the vehicle from a private owner, who did lots of "maintanence" and "repairs" and lots of money $$$ on the 1989 buick riviera. we love riviera's ! this "seemed" like it was in "good shape" until the "steering" wasn't quite right, drifting on highway (with or without icy conditions) ! then, it was discovered while "on the lift" at midwest marathon in parma we have put alot of money in it, too ! we do take care of all of our cars, and like older models rather than the newer models -- so we bought this with the plan to keep it awhile ! we would appreciate your information and help in notifying gm/buick about this "engine cradle" problem? any recalls ? what they can do for us !! we shouldn't have to pay for it ourselves ! the manufacturer should be held responsible we believe for this costly repair !! please, email us : logolooks@aol.com or write or call us ! *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4EZ11C9KU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in CLEVELAND, OH. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Buick Riviera 1989 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Buick Riviera 1989 Fuel System, Gasoline DeliveryBuick Riviera 1989 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Review #722279 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 1999.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY . at the time of the repair/replacement of the fuel pump, fittings, lines... costing $467.00 on 11/23/99 -- the mechanic and manager informed us of the imminent dangers of the loss of steering control due to the severity of the of "rusted-through cradle arm and breaking, rusty bolts pertaining to the engine cradle" that will require that the engine be extracted and the "cradle" be replaced (or if possible? "welded" ?). we just purchased the vehicle from a private owner, who did lots of "maintanence" and "repairs" and lots of money $$$ on the 1989 buick riviera. we love riviera's ! this "seemed" like it was in "good shape" until the "steering" wasn't quite right, drifting on highway (with or without icy conditions) ! then, it was discovered while "on the lift" at midwest marathon in parma we have put alot of money in it, too ! we do take care of all of our cars, and like older models rather than the newer models -- so we bought this with the plan to keep it awhile ! we would appreciate your information and help in notifying gm/buick about this "engine cradle" problem? any recalls ? what they can do for us !! we shouldn't have to pay for it ourselves ! the manufacturer should be held responsible we believe for this costly repair !! please, email us : logolooks@aol.com or write or call us ! *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4EZ11C9KU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in CLEVELAND, OH. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Buick Riviera 1989 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Buick Riviera 1989 Seats Front Assembly ReclinerBuick Riviera 1989 Seats Front Assembly Recliner Review #722281 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on Nov 20, 1999.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER . recall ? very unsafe !! both front "hydraulic" (rusty, and not working)seat mechanisms (that look like 2 black shaped "pistons") that engage with each end of the bottom rear part of the two front seats to "work" seating positions back and forth does not "engage" the seats -- so that the back part of the seats where your back rests up against does actually "lunge" forward at "stops" so even though you or your passenger wears a "safety belt" -- neither one of you are truly "restrained" !! meaning, it would not stop you from going forward into the front dashboard or worse yet -- the windshield !! very "unsafe" !! the electrical mechanism moves the seat, but the "permanence of the seat, the "hydraulic" mechanism's ability to attach/engage with the bottom of the seat" is broken ! *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4EZ11C9KU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in CLEVELAND, OH. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Buick Riviera 1989 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Buick Riviera 1989 StructureBuick Riviera 1989 Structure Review #9000978 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 1998.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STRUCTURE . cradle that holds engine corroded and rusted to the point it was about to fall out causing steering to become impossible.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4EZ11CXKU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in PORT ORANGE, FL. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 01, 1988. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Buick Riviera 1989 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Riviera 1989 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Buick Riviera 1989 Structure Review #753555 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2001.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STRUCTURE . please reference nhtsa recall no. 97v058/gm recall of buick regals sold in illinois 1998 - 1991. my tire technician noted that the cradle bolts and retainers on my 1989 buick riviera were totally corroded and that they could fail at any time. this was confirmed by my genral motors dealer who stated that i could lose steering control and the problem should be corrected immediately. it was pointed out to me that buick had recalled other models for this problem, but that the rivieras were not included in the recall. there are a number of these vehicles still on the road...they are a unique vehicle and in demand by riviera collectors. if this corrosion failure occurred on my excellently maintained vehicle, i am concerned that it could pose a lethal threat to other 1989 - 1991 buick riviera owners and their families. please note that bill hembrough buick has been sold to lou bachrodt company in rockford and that the replacements were done by the bachrodt service department.thank you for your attention to this notice.*ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4EZ11C9KU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in ROCKFORD, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 1989. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Buick Riviera 1989 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Riviera 1989 Service Brakes, Air AntilockBuick Riviera 1989 Service Brakes, Air Antilock Review #10208428 BUICK RIVIERA 1989 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2007.BUICK RIVIERA 1989, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK . tl*the contact owns a 1989 buick riviera. on november 7, 2007, the brakes failed after the vehicle was started. the contact stated that the check abs light had been illuminating intermittently for a couple of weeks prior to the failure. when he checked the brake fluid, it was leveled; however, after driving the vehicle for a while, the fluid filled up as if there was a back up somewhere. as a result, the contact would have to remove some of the brake fluid. the dealer and general motors have not been notified. the contact does not know if nhtsa campaign id number 89v056000 (service brakes, air antilock) applies to his vin. the current mileage was 148,000 and failure mileage was 147,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 147000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G4EZ11C3KU. Buick Riviera 1989 problem was reported in PORT ANGELES, WA. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 25, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Buick Riviera 1989 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Buick Riviera 1989 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RUDELL AUTO MALL . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 360-452-8822 . DEALER'S CITY: PORT ANGELES . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 98363 . |
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