The problem
These vehicles were assembled with lighting control modules which can experience excessive current leakage due to damaged surface mounting capacitors. This can cause loss of head lamps and parking lamps.
The risk
Sudden loss of headlamps can cause reduced driver visibility which can result in a vehicle accident. Also, the head lamps cannot be turned off, or they May turn on while the vehicle is parked, resulting in loss of battery charge and inability to restart the car.
The fix
Dealers will replace the headlamp module.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 94V-190 (94V190000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | October 4, 1994 |
| Owners notified | October 20, 1994 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,997 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 94V-190 repair free?
Yes. Oldsmobile dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the headlamp module.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,997 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.