Large Recall NHTSA · 92V185000 Reported December 24, 1992

Lighting:switch:button:ring:brake lights

General Motors, Llc · Exterior Lighting · 140,661 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
92V185000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
140,661
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 24, 1992

Defect Summary

The service brake stop lamp switch becomes inoperative.

Safety Consequence

The inoperative stop lamp switch will not illuminate thestop lamps when the brake pedal is depressed. This would not adequately informother drivers of the vehicle operator's intent to stop or slow down.

Corrective Action

Replace the stop lamp switch and correct the wiring in the connector of the stop lamp switch wiring harness.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 92V185000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 92V185000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 92V185000?

NHTSA recall 92V185000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on December 24, 1992. It addresses: Lighting:switch:button:ring:brake lights. The recall affects approximately 140,661 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 92V185000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.