Recall 79V069000: 1979 Buick Riviera and 2 other models
- Report received
- Mar 13, 1979
- Manufacturer
- General motors corp.
- Potentially affected
- 92vehicles
- Model years
- 1979
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems". An incorrect parking brake adjusting spring was installed on certain vehicles. This may cause interference when attempting to apply the parking brakes.
Remedy
The caliper actuator assembly will be replaced without charge.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1979 Buick Riviera0 complaints
- 1979 Cadillac Eldorado0 complaints
- 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.