Recalls for your 1986 Buick Electra

Recalls for 1986 Buick Electra

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Electra 225

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Electra 225

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK


Posted on: 1987-06-24
Description
The anti lock brake system (abs) pressure/warning switch may exhibit brake fluid seepage which eventually can lead to loss of the brake system hydraulic pump motor.  Additionally, the hydraulic pump motor and abs electrical relays may have been exposed to water contamination during vehicle assembly.  This condition can cause loss of the hydraulic pump motor and/or loss of the abs function.

Consequence
Loss of the hydraulic pump motor would result in a totalloss of rear brakes as well as power assist to the front brakes.  The red brakewarning light would illuminate and stay on.  If this warning is not heeded, aloss of rear brakes at a time when minimum stopping distance is required couldresult in a vehicle crash.  An inoperative abs electrical relay could causeloss of the abs function, but normal power assisted braking would be retained.the amber anti lock warning light would illuminate and stay on.

Corrective Action
The abs and hydraulic pump motor electrical relays and 30 amp fuses will be replaced.  In addition, the hydraulic pump motor assembly and pressure/warning switch will be inspected and, if required, replaced.

Notes
System: brakes.vehicle description: passenger cars with anti lock brakes.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS


Posted on: 1986-11-05
Description
There may not be enough clearance between the power steering pump return hose and the engine exhaust manifold.  Consequence of defect: hose could overheat, resulting in a hole and fluid leak, and a possible engine compartment fire without prior warning.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Replace and correctly route hose, as necessary.

Notes
System: power steering pump return hose.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #3 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH


Posted on: 1986-09-30
Description
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.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Replace headlight switch as necessary.

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