Exterior lighting: switch Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet recall

The problem

The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. Note: also, see nhtsa campaign number 86v131000.

The fix

REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.

Contacts

System: headlight switch. Vehicle description: passenger cars, trucks and vans.

What to do

1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 86V056000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.