Johnson controls/batteries
Defect Summary
Equipment description: automotive starting, lighting and ignition batteries sold to sears, roebuck and company under the diehard trademark. cracking occurs in the internal portion of the positive or negative post on the outside top surface of the terminal.
Safety Consequence
This condition can cause a no-start condition. under some circumstances, without warning, a cracking of the battery cover could occur and acid would be sprayed.
Corrective Action
Sears will inspect the batteries and if the battery is affected by the defect, a replacement battery will be provided.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Adient, Plc or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 99E032000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99E032000?
NHTSA recall 99E032000 was issued by Adient, Plc on September 14, 1999. It addresses: Johnson controls/batteries. The recall affects approximately 50,495 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Adient, Plc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99E032000 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.