Investigation DP96008: GMC General Motors

Status

OPEN

Opened

Jun 12, 1996

Closed

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Model years

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Subject

Door latch failure

Component: Body and structure

Summary

Public citzen (pc) petitioned the agency to investigate the type iii door latches installed in model year 1978 through 1988 gm vehicles.specifically, pc alleged that during a collision, the type iii door latch allows the detent lever to be out of alignment with respect to the fork bolt, allowing the door to inadvertently open and the occupant to be ejected.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.