Safety Recall NHTSA · 88V121000 Reported July 25, 1988

Visual systems:glass:windshield

General Motors, Llc · Visibility · 33 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
88V121000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
33
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 25, 1988

Defect Summary

There may be poor bond adhesion between windshield glass and mounting.

Safety Consequence

Windshield could separate during a 30 mph frontal barriertest required by fmvss 212. such separation during an accident could result inan unbelted occupant being ejected and injuried.

Corrective Action

Reinstall windshield assuring proper adhesion.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 88V121000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 88V121000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 88V121000?

NHTSA recall 88V121000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on July 25, 1988. It addresses: Visual systems:glass:windshield. The recall affects approximately 33 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 88V121000 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.