Home › Latest recalls › Recall 86V-056

Recall 86V-056: 1986 Buick Estate, 1986 Cadillac Cimarron and 17 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Apr 28, 1986, covering about 93,317 vehicles.

NHTSA number
86V-056
Report date
Apr 28, 1986
Vehicles affected
93,317
Owners notified
May 15, 1986

The problem

The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. Note: also, see NHTSA campaign number 86v131000.

The fix

Replace headlight switch as necessary.

Notes

System: headlight switch. Vehicle description: passenger cars, trucks and vans.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number86V056000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Estate1986All years
Cadillac Cimarron1986All years
Cadillac Deville1986All years
Cadillac Fleetwood1986All years
Chevrolet Camaro1986All years
Chevrolet Cavalier1986All years
Chevrolet Celebrity1986All years
Chevrolet Chevette1986All years
Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck1985, 1986All years
Chevrolet Corvette1986All years
Chevrolet Monte Carlo1986All years
GMC GM of Canada1986All years
GMC GMC1985, 1986All years
Pontiac 10001986All years
Pontiac 60001986All years
Pontiac Bonneville1986All years
Pontiac Grand Prix1986All years
Pontiac Parisienne1986All years
Pontiac Sunbird1986All 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 86V-056?

The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. Note: also, see NHTSA campaign number 86v131000.

How is recall 86V-056 fixed?

Replace headlight switch as necessary.

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.