Recall 99V-355: 2000 Buick Lesabre

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Dec 17, 1999, covering about 35,725 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-355
Report date
Dec 17, 1999
Vehicles affected
35,725
Owners notified
Sep 14, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the head lamp adjustment device horizontal adjuster may not move the head lamp reflector when the shaft is rotated in a normal manner during aiming.

The risk

Driver visibility may be impaired increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

An insert containing instructions for optically aiming the headlamps will be provided to owners for the owner's manual. Owners should follow the procedure in the insert for headlamp aim adjustment, rather than using the horizontal vhad indicator.

Notes

Gm recall no. 99062.owner notification began september 14, 2000. Owners who do not receive the free insert and instructions within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V355000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Lesabre2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 99V-355?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the head lamp adjustment device horizontal adjuster may not move the head lamp reflector when the shaft is rotated in a normal manner during aiming.

How is recall 99V-355 fixed?

An insert containing instructions for optically aiming the headlamps will be provided to owners for the owner's manual. Owners should follow the procedure in the insert for headlamp aim adjustment, rather than using the horizontal vhad indicator.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.