NHTSA Recall 04V375000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 199,793 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Buick Century.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V375000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04052 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | August 10, 2004 |
| Owner notification | September 8, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Less illumination may reduce the ability of the driver to read overhead signs when driving at night.
Remedy
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 1-866-608-8080. 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
GM recall no. 04052.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V375000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.