Recall 90V-185: 1989–1990 Buick Regal, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina and 2 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Oct 16, 1990, covering about 476,422 vehicles.
The problem
Brake stoplamps may not illuminate or, in some cases, stoplamps will not stay illuminated all the time when brakes are applied due to a faulty stoplamp switch. Also in vehicles equipped with cruise control, a faulty stoplamp switch can result in resumption of the cruise control function upon release of the brake pedal.
The risk
A trailing vehicle may not recognize a braking actionin time to respond appropriately. Also, cruise control will reengage uponrelease of the brake pedal and resume the set speed. In either case, it couldresult in a crash without prior warning.
The fix
Install an improved design stoplamp switch.
Notes
System: brake stoplamp switch.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: also see NHTSA recall 92v086000.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 90V185000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Regal | 1989, 1990 | All years |
| Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1989, 1990 | All years |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | 1989, 1990 | 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 90V-185?
Brake stoplamps may not illuminate or, in some cases, stoplamps will not stay illuminated all the time when brakes are applied due to a faulty stoplamp switch. Also in vehicles equipped with cruise control, a faulty stoplamp switch can result in resumption of the cruise control function upon release of the brake pedal.
How is recall 90V-185 fixed?
Install an improved design stoplamp switch.
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.