NHTSA recall 97V232000
Structure · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: These vehicles were built with hood hinge pivot bolts which can break due to an improper heat treat condition. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 219, "windshield zone intrusion." A broken bolt can cause either the corner of the hood near the windshield to raise, or one side of the hood to be unstable when opened.
Why it matters: In the event of a vehicle crash, the hood could be pushed back through the windshield glass possibly injuring the vehicle occupants.
The fix: Dealers will replace the hood hinge pivot bolts.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Cadillac Deville.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 97V232000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.