Structure:hood assembly:latches
Defect Summary
The secondary hood latch may be incorrectly aligned, or may exhibit a binding condition of the latch pivot. consequence of defect: this condition could result in the primary hood latch not being completely engaged to the hood, the hood could unexpectedly open while vehicle is in motion. should this occur, the hood may contact the windshield reducing the forward vision area of the driver and a vehicle crash without prior warning could occur.
Corrective Action
The secondary hood latch will be replaced and inspect the primary hood latch pop-up lever.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Latches/locks/linkages.
FAQ: Recall 86V121000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 86V121000?
NHTSA recall 86V121000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on August 28, 1986. It addresses: Structure:hood assembly:latches. The recall affects approximately 206,651 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 86V121000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.