NHTSA Recall 88V014000: Switch (exterior lighting)

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on January 8, 1988, covering an estimated 179,390 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Buick Regal.

179,390

vehicles potentially affected

models affected

1988

owners notified (February 11)

NHTSA campaign	88V014000
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS › SWITCH
Report received	January 8, 1988
Owner notification	February 11, 1988
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

Under extended headlamp usage, circuitry in the headlamp switch panel might experience increased resistance and excessive heat buildup.

Safety risk

Headlights would cycle on and off. Sudden loss ofheadlights under severe weather or nightimer driving conditions could resultin a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Replace headlight switch with modified switch.

Notes

System: headlamp switch circuitry.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Vehicles covered by recall 88V014000

Make and model	Model years
Buick Regal	1985, 1986
Buick Skylark	1986

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.