- 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 Skylark Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1986 Buick Skylark with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (2) and the equipment & accessories (2). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1985 has 6 and the 1987 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Skylark year, for its age
#64 most complained-about 1986 vehicle
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1986 Buick Skylark problems
Share of all 8 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1986 Buick Skylark 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
- Under extended headlamp usage, circuitry in the headlamp switch panel might experience increased resistance and excessive heat buildup.
- The risk
- Headlights would cycle on and off. Sudden loss ofheadlights under severe weather or nightimer driving conditions could resultin a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WITH MODIFIED SWITCH.
What owners say
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8 complaints about the 1986 Buick Skylark
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I am a college student. I commute about 50 miles to school and back. I was in brick nj on rt 70 about to enter the parkway when I saw smoke coming out of my hood. Before this happened I was using gallons of coolant in my car. I pulled over and got out and opened my hood so the car could cool. It was then drive able to the nearest mechanic where he replaced my intake gasket. During the duration of this day event I had to miss 1 class and had to ask my father to drive me so I wouldnt miss my other two exams for the day. The intake cost me 527.35. *Ak
ELECTRONIC DASHBOARD FAILURE.
Seat belt retractors for both left and right side inoperable, rendering seatbelt unusable. The plunger activated by the closing of front car doors has a cable attatched to release the belts. The cable for both front doors is broken. This causes the seat belts to remain locked, therefore driver and front passenger cannot use their restraints. I believe this to be a manufacturing or materials defect that should be repaired by the automaker or supplier.
WATER PUMP FAILED.
WHEEL FELL OFF. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)
Windshield wipers will not stay on , have to hold switch in when driving. Had vehicle in for repair of windshield wipers and they still won't work. *Ak
Engine failure due to a defective engine head gasket/also overheated. *Ak
Driver's side seat failure, seat belt will not come out of its housing. Tt
Buick Skylark: every year compared
All Skylark years1986 Buick Skylark vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 8 | 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 Somerset | 8 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Park Avenue | 7 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Riviera | 3 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1986 Buick Estate | 3 | 3 | F | 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 Skylark
Does the 1986 Buick Skylark have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1986 Buick Skylark: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); switch (January 1988). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Buick Skylark?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (2), equipment & accessories (2), seats & seat belts (2).
How many complaints has the 1986 Buick Skylark had?
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 18, 1995 and the latest on June 21, 2004. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1986 Buick Skylark a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 57 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Buick Skylark 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 Skylark years have the most complaints?
1995 (90), 1996 (88), 1997 (87). See every Buick Skylark year compared.
What should I do if my 1986 Buick Skylark 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