Recall 00V-287
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1994 to 1995 Buick Skylark and 2 other models: Electrical system (starter assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 00V-287
- Reported
- October 2, 2000
- Vehicles affected
- 699,617 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the engine starter fails to engage and the driver hold the key in the "start" position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, producing heat that can melt switch parts.
The risk
A fire could occur in the steering column and spread to the interior of the car.
The fix
Dealers will install a relay kit and verify that the vehicle will start with a properly charged battery in good operating condition (adequate reserve capacity, or cold cranking amps). This campaign does not cover battery replacement or unrelated starting system or electrical system repairs.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began december 19, 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-[removed]; oldsmobile at 1-[removed]; or pontiac at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Buick Skylark 1994 to 1995
- Oldsmobile Achieva 1994 to 1995
- Pontiac Grand AM 1994 to 1995