1986 Buick Skyhawk
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1986 Buick Skyhawk. Newest first.
Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Incorrect tail lamp lens were installed, lens do not conform to fmvss 108, lamp reflective device and associated equipment. consequence of defect: in times of reduced visibility, an approaching vehicle may not be aware of this vehicle which could result in a…
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Power st. Assist
Summary of information from the manufacturer:gm has developed a splitring field repair kit and IS extending the warranry on all 1982-84 a,j, and x, body cars and 1985 c,body cars.the warranty applies to carsthat are for 50,000 miles or 5 yrs.it includes reimbursement for previousrepairs.analysis:wearing of the rack…
Summary of information from the manufacturer:gm has developed a splitring field repair kit and IS extending the warranry on all 1982-84 a,j, and x, body cars and 1985 c,body cars.the warranty applies to carsthat are for 50,000 miles or 5 yrs.it includes reimbursement for previousrepairs.analysis:wearing of the rack and pinion housing and low ambient tempcan cause temporary loss of power assist.teflon o rings fail to sealoff internal pressure.status:evaluating the extended warranty offer by gm.======
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 613590Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies. **Mr
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