1979 Buick Electra
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1979 Buick Electra. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1979 Buick Electra. Newest first.
The heads may break off the front outboard seat belt anchor bolts during normal vehicle operation even under no load conditions. This IS due to the combination of bolts used, high installation torque and arrangement of the body anchorage.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace all original equipment front outboard seat belt anchor bolts on the affected vehicles at no cost to owner.
On the involved vehicles the brake stoplight and cruise control switch which IS operated by the brake pedal may have been assembled with an incorrect lubricant on the actuating plunger. This can cause the rear brake stoplights to become inoperative and the cruise control, if activated, to stay electrically engaged.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch at no cost to owner.
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