The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles were built with the potential for the interior lamps to come on unexpectedly while the vehicles are being driven. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, "controls and displays."
The risk
The interior lamps coming on unexpectedly could startle a driver causing a momentary loss of control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will run a diagnostic test on the lamp control module and, if necessary, replace it.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-027 (98V027000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Interior lighting |
| Report date | February 17, 1998 |
| Owners notified | February 28, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 249,420 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-027 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will run a diagnostic test on the lamp control module and, if necessary, replace it.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 249,420 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.