Recall 79V-002: 1979 Buick Riviera
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jan 5, 1979, covering about 8,534 vehicles.
The problem
The involved vehicles may have been assembled with clear lamp bulbs instead of the correct amber colored bulbs. As a result, these vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment", which requires that the front side marker lamps be amber when illuminated.
The fix
The dealer will install amber bulbs in the front side marker lamps on the involved vehicles at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; lamp bulbs.consequences of defect: white lights may adversely affect the safe operation ofthe vehicle in darkness or in other conditions of reduced visibility. Failureto identify direction of moving vehicle can result in an accident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 79V002000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Riviera | 1979 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 79V-002?
The involved vehicles may have been assembled with clear lamp bulbs instead of the correct amber colored bulbs. As a result, these vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment", which requires that the front side marker lamps be amber when illuminated.
How is recall 79V-002 fixed?
The dealer will install amber bulbs in the front side marker lamps on the involved vehicles at no cost to owner.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.