NHTSA recall 91V166000
Latches/Locks/Linkages · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Inspect hood latch assemblies and, where necessary, install a new secondary hood latch spring.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1992 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 91V166000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.