1978 Buick Lesabre recalls & problems

3 recalls 0 complaints

3recalls
0owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1978 Buick Lesabre and 0 owner complaints. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

1978 Buick Lesabre recalls

Equipment · NHTSA 07E088000 · Oct 24, 2007

Problem: Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are…

Risk: This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Fix: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during november 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

121,680 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 78V139000 · Jun 13, 1978

Problem: The hub portion of the fan blade assembly could crack due to high stress levels generated during engine operating conditions. Eventually, the blade could break apart at the hub and blade pieces could be propelled into the engine. If the hood is open while the engine is running, the fragments would be free to fly from the vehicle.

Fix: Dealer will replace the fan blade assembly without charge to owner.

333,619 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Wheels · NHTSA 77V200000 · Nov 16, 1977

Problem: The rear wheel mounting bolts on the affected vehicles, are brittle and therefore may fracture. This brittleness is due to improper heat treatment during manufacture. If the bolts break, the tire and wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle.

Fix: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, will replace defective bolts on all axles and the ten rear axle wheel mounting bolts, free of charge.

4,504 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Other Buick Lesabre years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 1978 Buick Lesabre have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 1978 Buick Lesabre, the most recent one (07E088000) for equipment. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.