Vehicle recall 79V141000 · May 6, 1979
Chevrolet Monza, Buick Skylark and 2 more models
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"…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: electrical; wiring.consequences of defect: if the transmission selector lever is in reverse or aforward range when the engine starts by itself, the vehicle could move and anaccident could occur.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 79V141000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 6, 1979
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4,208
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Buick Skylark (1979): 1979
- Chevrolet Monza (1979): 1979
- Oldsmobile Starfire (1979): 1979
- Pontiac Sunbird (1979): 1979
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