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Recall campaign88V078000

Recall 88V078000: 1986–1987 Buick Riviera and 1 other model

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Report received
May 10, 1988
Manufacturer
General motors corp.
Potentially affected
65,136vehicles
Model years
1986–1987

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Insufficient clearance between the power steering pump pressure hose assembly and the transmission governor/speed sensor connector could cause abrasion of the hose.

Possible consequence

This could result in a fluid leak, with the potential foran underhood fire.

Remedy

Replace the power steering pump pressure hose.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.