NHTSA Recall 87V135000: Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 479,715 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Buick Electra.
| NHTSA campaign | 87V135000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Report received | September 1, 1987 |
| Owner notification | September 16, 1987 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
An in line fusible link may melt down and cause a fire.
Safety risk
The in line fusible link located in the area of theplastic windshield washer bottle bracket may, under a high resistance load,melt down and ignite the washer bottle bracket resulting in an enginecompartment fire.
Remedy
The windshield washer bottle bracket will be replaced.
Notes
System: electrical/in line fusible link.vehicle description: passenger cars
Vehicles covered by recall 87V135000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Electra | 1987 |
| Buick Lesabre | 1987 |
| Oldsmobile 88 | 1987 |
| Oldsmobile 98 | 1987 |
| Pontiac Bonneville | 1987 |
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.