Vehicle recall 85V122000 · October 4, 1985

1986 Buick Century

The generator "bat" terminal located on the rectifier end frame may contact the carburetor fuel inlet pipe.

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

Summary: The generator "bat" terminal located on the rectifier end frame may contact the carburetor fuel inlet pipe. Consequence of defect: the "bat" stud may rub through the terminal boot and contact the fuel pipe which could result in an underhood fire and cause burn injuries to the occupant.
Remedy: Obtain clearance between fuel pipe and generator "bat" terminal by rotating the rectifier end frame.
Notes: System: electrical/generator. Vehicle description: passenger cars with 2.8L engines and 108 amp generators.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 85V122000
Reported to NHTSA: October 4, 1985
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Vehicles potentially affected: 772
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

Recall 85V122000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Buick Century (1986): 1986

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