Recall 99V-356: 1998–1999 Buick Century, 1998–1999 Buick Regal

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Dec 17, 1999, covering about 411,880 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-356
Report date
Dec 17, 1999
Vehicles affected
411,880
Owners notified
Jul 20, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the vertical head lamp adjusting device may not be calibrated properly.

The risk

Driver visibility may be impaired increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners will be provided with an owner's manual insert containing instructions for optically aiming the headlamps.

Notes

Owner notification began july 20, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V356000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Century1998, 1999All years
Buick Regal1998, 1999All 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 99V-356?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the vertical head lamp adjusting device may not be calibrated properly.

How is recall 99V-356 fixed?

Owners will be provided with an owner's manual insert containing instructions for optically aiming the headlamps.

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.