Recall campaign86V145000
Recall 86V145000: 1986 Buick Electra and 1 other model
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
- Report received
- Nov 3, 1986
- Manufacturer
- General motors corp.
- Potentially affected
- 88,668vehicles
- Model years
- 1986
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
There may not be enough clearance between the power steering pump return hose and the engine exhaust manifold. Consequence of defect: hose could overheat, resulting in a hole and fluid leak, and a possible engine compartment fire without prior warning.
Remedy
Replace and correctly route hose, as necessary.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1986 Buick Electra12 complaints
- 1986 Oldsmobile 9813 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.