NHTSA Recall 92V086000: Switch (exterior lighting)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 112,765 vehicles. It affects 1988–1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
| NHTSA campaign | 92V086000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH |
| Report received | June 19, 1992 |
| Owner notification | September 11, 1992 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Brake stoplamps may not illuminate or, in some cases, stoplamps may not stay illuminated all the time when brakes are applied due to a faulty stoplamp switch. Also, in vehicles with cruise control, a faulty stoplamp switch can result in resumption of the cruise control function upon release of the brake pedal.
Safety risk
A trailing vehicle may not recognize a braking actionin time to respond appropriately. Also, cruise control will reengage uponrelease of the brake pedal and resume the set speed. In either case, it couldresult in a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Install an improved design stoplamp switch.
Notes
System: brake stoplamp switch.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: this recall augments NHTSA recall 90v185000.
Vehicles covered by recall 92V086000
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.