Recall 79V141000: 1979 Buick Skylark and 2 other models

Report received

May 6, 1979

Manufacturer

General motors corp.

Potentially affected

4,208vehicles

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

The engine oil pressure switch may cause a random internal electrical short which could result in the engine starting by itself when the ignition switch is turned to the "on" position.

Remedy

Dealer will replace the oil pressure switches on all suspect vehicles at no cost to owner.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1979 Buick Skylark0 complaints
• 1979 Chevrolet Monza0 complaints
• 1979 Pontiac Sunbird1 complaints