Vehicle recall 88V070000 · April 26, 1988

1987-1988 Alfa Romeo Milano

There may be an intermittent headlights stalk switch malfunction.

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

Summary: There may be an intermittent headlights stalk switch malfunction.
Consequence: This could result in sudden headlights failure withoutprior warning with the potential for an accident.
Remedy: Replace headlight switch, if necessary, and modify headlight switch wiring harness.
Notes: System: headlight switch.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 88V070000
Reported to NHTSA: April 26, 1988
Filed by: ALFA ROMEO, INCORPORATED
Owner notification: July 1, 1988
Vehicles potentially affected: 6,000
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch

Recall 88V070000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Alfa Romeo Milano (1987-1988): 1988, 1987

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