Recent 1986 GRAND PRIX Recalls

• Recall #07E088000 - EQUIPMENT
• Recall #06E043000 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
• Recall #87V046000 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
• Recall #86V139000 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
• Recall #86V131000 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
• Recall #86V056000 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

• EQUIPMENT Recall for 1986 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 24 2007
  • NHTSA Reference #07E088000
  • Number Affected 121,680

  Summary: Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code A61451 through A72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing HP4 and HP8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

  Consequence: This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

  Fix: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E088000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 1986 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

  • Recall Announced MAY 19 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E043000
  • Number Affected 88,303

  Summary: Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name P/N G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from October 18, 2005, through March 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the O-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

  Consequence: This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

  Fix: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E043000 »

• STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Recall for 1986 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

  • Recall Announced APRIL 03 1987
  • NHTSA Reference #87V046000
  • Number Affected 20,096

  Summary: Drivers side power door lock switch may separate during actuation, exposing the electrical terminal.

  Consequence: The terminal may contact the steel remote mirror cable,a short can occur without blowing a fuse. This may allow the cable to overheatand could result in a vehicle fire.

  Fix: Inspect and modify power door lock switch as required.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #87V046000 »

• EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Recall for 1986 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 21 1986
  • NHTSA Reference #86V139000
  • Number Affected 100

  Summary: Tire label contains incorrect tire size information. Consequence of defect: Vehicles fail to comply with FMVSS 110.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Install tire loading label with correct information.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #86V139000 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Recall for 1986 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 19 1986
  • NHTSA Reference #86V131000
  • Number Affected 106,111

  Summary: The push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: Sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #86V131000 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Recall for 1986 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

  • Recall Announced APRIL 28 1986
  • NHTSA Reference #86V056000
  • Number Affected 93,317

  Summary: The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out. Consequence of defect: Sudden loss of the headlights under severe weather or nighttime driving conditions could reduce driver visibility which might result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. Note: Also, see NHTSA campaign number 86V131000.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #86V056000 »