- The problem
- Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (To see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- The risk
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Vehicle safety record
1986 Buick Skyhawk Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1986 Buick Skyhawk have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Skyhawk year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1986 Buick Skyhawk recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Incorrect tail lamp lens were installed, lens do not conform to fmvss 108, lamp reflective device and associated equipment. Consequence of defect: in times of reduced visibility, an approaching vehicle may not be aware of this vehicle which could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
- The fix
- CORRECT TAIL LAMP LENS WILL BE INSTALLED.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Buick Skyhawk: every year compared
All Skyhawk years1986 Buick Skyhawk vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 Buick Skyhawk | 0 | 2 | C | |
| 1986 Buick Century | 24 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Lesabre | 18 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Electra | 13 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Regal | 13 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 8 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Somerset | 8 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Park Avenue | 7 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Riviera | 3 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1986 Buick Skyhawk
Does the 1986 Buick Skyhawk have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1986 Buick Skyhawk: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); exterior lighting (November 1985). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1986 Buick Skyhawk had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1986 Buick Skyhawk a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Buick Skyhawk year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buick Skyhawk years have the most complaints?
1987 (3), 1989 (3), 1992 (2). See every Buick Skyhawk year compared.
What should I do if my 1986 Buick Skyhawk has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data