1998-1999 Buick Century and Buick Regal recall: headlights

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on December 17, 1999. It covers about 411,880 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 411,880
reported: Dec 17, 1999
owners notified: Jul 20, 2000
related complaints: 77

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

Affected vehicles

Buick Century 1998-1999 1998 1999
Buick Regal 1998-1999 1998 1999

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 77 complaints about lights problems.

1998 Buick Century 1999 Buick Century 1998 Buick Regal 1999 Buick Regal

Questions about recall 99V356000

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Buick Century and Buick Regal headlights?

Yes. Recall 99V356000, reported on December 17, 1999, covers about 411,880 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V356000?

Owners will be provided with an owner's manual insert containing instructions for optically aiming the headlamps.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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