NHTSA Recall 87V079000: Seats
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,136,407 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Buick Skyhawk.
| NHTSA campaign | 87V079000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | May 7, 1987 |
| Owner notification | June 24, 1987 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The metal floor pan anchor bar could fatigue and break around the left front outer seat adjuster stud of the drivers seat, allowing the stud to separate from the floor pan anchor bar.
Safety risk
Drivers seat could tip rearward unexpectedly; this couldresult in loss of control and a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Install a reinforcement bracket on the floor pan anchor bar at the left front outer seat adjuster position of the drivers seat.
Notes
System: drivers seat.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with manually adjustable driversseat.
Vehicles covered by recall 87V079000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Skyhawk | 1983, 1984 |
| Cadillac Cimarron | 1983, 1984 |
| Chevrolet Cavalier | 1983, 1984 |
| Oldsmobile Firenza | 1983, 1984 |
| Pontiac Sunbird | 1983, 1984 |
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.