Vehicle recall 85V104000 · August 14, 1985

1984 Buick Century

Some wagons were assembled with a JA2 rear system instead of the JA3 brake system.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Some wagons were assembled with a JA2 rear system instead of the JA3 brake system. These station wagons may exceed the maximum stopping distance required by FMVSS 105. Consequence of defect: a crash could occur without prior warning should a stopping distance conforming with FMVSS 105 be required while the vehicle is in motion.
Remedy: Install correct brake system.
Notes: Vehicle description: station wagons. System: rear brakes FMVSS 105.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 85V104000
Reported to NHTSA: August 14, 1985
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Vehicles potentially affected: 3,192
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum

Recall 85V104000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Buick Century (1984): 1984

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