The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The owner manuals do not contain the requirement information pertaining to the vehicle headlamp aiming device. This does not comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers May not be able to properly aim the headlights.
The fix
Owners will be mailed an owner manual's insert which contains the appropriate information.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-102 (98V102000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | May 15, 1998 |
| Owners notified | May 30, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 149,342 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-102 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be mailed an owner manual's insert which contains the appropriate information.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 149,342 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.