Buick Recall : Lighting:Switch:Button:Ring:Brake Lights

1988 Buick Regal

An open contact would render the brake lights inoperativewhen the brake pedal is depressed. Also, the transmission clutch control andcruise control contacts would remain closed. This condition would result incruise resume upon brake pedal release if the cruise control is in the onposition. Either an unexpected cruise resume or inoperative brake lights couldresult in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights — Switch

Summary
The stop lamp switch may have a loose electrical contact. The loose contact can overheat and melt the surrounding plastic causing the contact to stick open.
Actions
The rotary soplamp switch will be replaced on all involved vehicles.
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Date Announced
MAR 24, 1988
Vehicles Affected
9,661
NHTSA Campaign #
88V040000
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