Recall 04V-375
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1999 Buick Century and 1 other model: Exterior lighting (headlights).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-375
- Reported
- August 10, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 199,793 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain passenger vehicles do not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some of these vehicles do not meet the overhead sign illumination requirements.
The risk
Less illumination may reduce the ability of the driver to read overhead signs when driving at night.
The fix
Dealers will install new low beam headlamp bulbs in both of the headlamp assemblies. The recall began on september 8, 2004. Owners should contact buick at 1-[removed]. Note: if the bulb needs replacement in the future, GM bulb number 89024715 is available from a dealer, or the equivalent sylvania bulb is 9006hp, with orange lettering on the bulb.
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no. 04052.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Buick Century 1999
- Buick Regal 1999