Recall 79V-142: 1979 Buick Century, 1979 Buick Electra and 20 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jun 6, 1979, covering about 15,328 vehicles.

NHTSA number

79V-142

Report date

Jun 6, 1979

Vehicles affected

15,328

Owners notified

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The problem

On the involved vehicles the brake stoplight and cruise control switch which is operated by the brake pedal may have been assembled with an incorrect lubricant on the actuating plunger. This can cause the rear brake stoplights to become inoperative and the cruise control, if activated, to stay electrically engaged.

The fix

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch at no cost to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; switch button ring, brake lights.consequences of defect: with inoperative brake lights, a vehicle approachingfrom the rear would not be aware that brakes were being applied. Also, if thecruise control fails to automatically disengage through brake pedal operation,vehicle may accelerate when the brake pedal is released. Either condition couldresult in loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: owner is advised not to engage the cruise control until it has beeninspected by dealer.

Recall details

Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Component	Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	79V142000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Buick Century	1979	All years
Buick Electra	1979	All years
Buick Lesabre	1979	All years
Buick Regal	1979	All years
Chevrolet C20	1979	All years
Chevrolet C30	1979	All years
Chevrolet Camaro	1979	All years
Chevrolet Caprice	1979	All years
Chevrolet G20	1979	All years
Chevrolet G30	1979	All years
Chevrolet Impala	1979	All years
Chevrolet K20	1979	All years
Chevrolet K30	1979	All years
Chevrolet Monte Carlo	1979	All years
GMC C20	1979	All years
GMC C30	1979	All years
GMC G20	1979	All years
GMC G30	1979	All years
GMC K20	1979	All years
GMC K30	1979	All years
Oldsmobile Cutlass	1979	All years
Pontiac Firebird	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-142?

How is recall 79V-142 fixed?

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch 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.