Recall 92V-086: 1988–1989 Pontiac Grand Prix

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jun 19, 1992, covering about 112,765 vehicles.

NHTSA number
92V-086
Report date
Jun 19, 1992
Vehicles affected
112,765
Owners notified
Sep 11, 1992

The problem

Brake stoplamps may not illuminate or, in some cases, stoplamps may not stay illuminated all the time when brakes are applied due to a faulty stoplamp switch. Also, in vehicles 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: this recall augments NHTSA recall 90v185000.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number92V086000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Pontiac Grand Prix1988, 1989All 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 92V-086?

Brake stoplamps may not illuminate or, in some cases, stoplamps may not stay illuminated all the time when brakes are applied due to a faulty stoplamp switch. Also, in vehicles 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 92V-086 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.