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Bumper - Trailer Hitches

Bulletin 84-2-2

Date Mar.. '84

Ref. No. 84-097-2
SUBJECT: BUMPER MOUNTED TRAILER HITCHES

MODELS AFFECTED: 1984 BUICKS


The use of lightweight bumper materials on some car models means that bumper mounted hitches can no longer be used an these models.

Inability to use a bumper hitch does not mean a trailer cannot be towed. It does mean that at least a lightweight frame/body hitch is required.

The following table indicates that ("yes") you can use a bumper mounted hitch.


Model 1984

Skyhawk - Coupe & Sedan No
" - Wagon Yes
Skylark Yes
Century - Coupe & Sedan Yes
" - Wagon No
Regal - Coupe No
" - Sedan Yes
LeSabre - Coupe & Sedan No - If bumper attached with brackets
" " "

Yes - If bumper attached with full

width reinforcement
Electra - Coupe & Sedan Yes
" - Wagon Yes

Riviera Yes


Complete information on Buick towing information can be found in the Buick Trailer-Towing Guide.