Dec 17,1999 manufacturer recall numbern990093 the federal safety agency recall number99v356 recall statusrecall incomplete summary these vehicles do not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the vertical head lamp adjusting device may not be calibrated properly. Safety risk driver visibility may be impaired increasing the risk of a crash.
1999 Buick Century: headlights failing or too dim
20 of the 235 complaints about the 1999 Buick Century describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 20
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 70,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
1) need headlight adjustment instructions for a known recall. 2) every door window motor in the buick failed on each window preventing the windows from lowering if in the up position or prevented the windows from raising if in a lowered position. The windows had to be duct taped shut in order to prevent rain from entering the vehicle cab and the failures happened over 2015 to 2016 and each had to be replaced with new motors. There are large numbers of buick owners across the internet complaining about this issue but I don't believe buick ever issued a recall but I believe they should have. If this isn't a recall, it should be because of the large number of vehicles experiencing this known failure. The closest buick dealer to us is sam leman chevrolet buick, 1040 west center st., eureka, il. 309‑467‑2351.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 buick century. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH at night, the head light failed. The contact stated that he attempted to turn them back on but they would not activate. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 122,248. The VIN was not available.
Problem with exterior lighting on passenger side of car. Turn signal blinks rapidly sometimes even after changing out bulb. Headlight is starting to do the same trick. If you get out and play with either you can usually get it working again, but this is not always safe, and certainly is not convenient.
Dt*: the contact stated the head light aiming device on the vehicle does not work properly. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 99v356000, regarding the headlights. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however the vehicle was repaired under the recall, it is still having the type of problems as before the repair was performed. The vehicle has been to the dealership 3 times concerning the headlight aiming devices. The manufacturer has been alerted.
Dt: the consumer owns a 1999 buick century. He states that six months after he purchased the vehicle he took the vehicle in for a recall on the headlights. While the vehicle was there they maintenance the vehicle and found that the gas filler pipe had deteriorated and the cooling system intake was leaking coolant. This vehicle only has about 50,000 miles. Both front lower control arm bushings had blown out and they had to be replaced also. Wyoming valley motors po box 1308 kingston, pa 18704-0308. He has spoken with gm they told him they would get back with him in a couple of days and they did not contact him back. He is not available until after 4:30. They told him the gas filler pipe was normal for the vehicle. He seen a article that said they had been having this problem with year for the cooling system. They also said the bushings was normal wear on a car also. He did go onto carfax and it did not indicate any time of problems with the vehicle. *jb
Dt: the vehicles brakes went out just after getting the tires rotated. According to the mechanic that repaired the brakes, there was a recall on the brakes and headlights. The consumer didnt take the vehicle to the dealer because they previously didn't do work they were suppose to do.
Consumer stated after recall repairs the headlights became dimmer than before the repairs.
Headlights were repaired. Consumer stated after recall repairs the headlights were very dim.
After having the low beam recall done the low beams are even worse then when I started. The recall bulbs are less affective then the origionals witch are nothing to brag about. Hi beams are not affected. I will be replacing with after market type bulbs on my own.
While driving during night hours, it was hard difficult for the consumer to see because the head light lens covers were not clear. Determined. *jb the headlights had moisture inside them. Once the moisture evaporated the headlamps did not illuminate properly.
Child door electric lock rock switch broke retainer clips. Unable to lock out rear doors. High beam switch clicker broken. Not able to keep high beams on without holding flash lever up. Body to trunk lid tail light wiring harness broken wire.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles do not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some of these vehicles do not meet the overhead sign illumination requirements.
- Risk
- Less illumination may reduce the ability of the driver to read overhead signs when driving at night.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new low beam headlamp bulbs in both of the headlamp assemblies. The recall began on september 8, 2004. Owners should contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080. Note: if the bulb needs replacement in the future, gm bulb number 89024715 is available from a dealer, or the equivalent sylvania bulb is 9006hp, with orange lettering on the bulb.
Recall number 04V375000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the vertical head lamp adjusting device may not be calibrated properly.
- Risk
- Driver visibility may be impaired increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with an owner's manual insert containing instructions for optically aiming the headlamps.
Recall number 99V356000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1999 Buick Century headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 1999 Buick Century?
20 of 235 owner complaints about the 1999 Buick Century (9%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2003.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Buick Century?
There are 2 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1999 Buick Century
Overheating 13Check engine light 9Power windows 9No deployment 8Brake failure 6ABS 5Stalling 5Sudden acceleration 5
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