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1982 Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon V8-307 5.0L
Recall - Catalytic Converter Replacement: Overview
1982 Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon V8-307 5.0LSECTION Overview
Model Year
1982
Bulletin No. 82-C-14
File In Group 64
Number 43
Date Oct. 1984
SUBJECT: RESTRICTED CATALYTIC CONVERTER
MODELS AFFECTED: ALL 1981 AND 1982 EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L (VIN CODE Y) V-8 ENGINES
General Motors has determined that some 1981 and 1982 Electras, LeSabres, and Rivieras with 5.0L V-8 gasoline engines may develop a restricted exhaust due to the catalytic converter becoming plugged, VEHICLES INVOLVED
All 1981 and 1982 Electras, LeSabres, and Rivieras equipped with 5.0L V-8 gasoline engines (VIN Code Y).
Vehicles that have had the catalytic converter replaced since approximately June 1, 1983 with the new type basketed converter assembly or that have had the converter kit part number listed in this bulletin and in Dealer Bulletin 82-T-124 installed need not have this campaign performed.
1982
Bulletin No. 82-C-14
File In Group 64
Number 43
Date Oct. 1984
SUBJECT: RESTRICTED CATALYTIC CONVERTER
MODELS AFFECTED: ALL 1981 AND 1982 EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L (VIN CODE Y) V-8 ENGINES
General Motors has determined that some 1981 and 1982 Electras, LeSabres, and Rivieras with 5.0L V-8 gasoline engines may develop a restricted exhaust due to the catalytic converter becoming plugged, VEHICLES INVOLVED
All 1981 and 1982 Electras, LeSabres, and Rivieras equipped with 5.0L V-8 gasoline engines (VIN Code Y).
Vehicles that have had the catalytic converter replaced since approximately June 1, 1983 with the new type basketed converter assembly or that have had the converter kit part number listed in this bulletin and in Dealer Bulletin 82-T-124 installed need not have this campaign performed.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.