Recall 88V014000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Defect in 1985-1986 BUICK REGAL
RECALL This recall affects up to 179,390 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 88V014000 |
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Vehicles Affected | 179,390 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
UNDER EXTENDED HEADLAMP USAGE, CIRCUITRY IN THE HEADLAMP SWITCH PANEL MIGHT EXPERIENCE INCREASED RESISTANCE AND EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILDUP.
Safety Consequence
HEADLIGHTS WOULD CYCLE ON AND OFF. SUDDEN LOSS OFHEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTIMER DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WITH MODIFIED SWITCH.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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