Safety defect investigations, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair notices for Canadian owners.
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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier in Canada.
THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S. 212 - WINDSHIELD MOUNTING. POOR BOND ADHESION BETWEEN THE WINDSHIELD GLASS AND MOUNTING COULD ALLOW THE WINDSHIELD TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE DURING A 30 MPH FRONTAL BARRIER TEST. CORRECTION: DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND INSTALL THE WINDSHIELDS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
A failure of this component (visual system) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S. 108 - LIGHTING EQUIPMENT. REAR LAMP WIRING HARNESSES MAY CONTAIN OPEN OR INTERMITTENT CIRCUITS AFFECTING BACKUP LAMP OR LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPERATION. THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE THESE LAMPS TO FLASH OR BE INOPERATIVE. CORRECTION: REAR LAMP WIRING HARNESSES WILL BE REPLACED.
A failure of this component (lights and instruments) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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