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Recall 84V008000: Hood Latch Assembly Defective

Some hood latch assemblies may have been improperly repaired at the factory, or incorrect fasteners were used. Hood latch attachment will not be strong enough and will likely weaken the inner hood panel.

Inspect vehicles and, if incorrectly assembled or repaired, the hood, including the latch, will be replaced.

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.

SYSTEM: HOOD LATCH SYSTEM.

CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE HOOD COULD RAISE WITHOUT WARNING, BLINDING THE DRIVER, AND POSSIBLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT.