Safety Recall NHTSA · 99E039000 Reported November 15, 1999

Apc/tail light lens

American Products Company · Exterior Lighting · 28,542 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99E039000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
28,542
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
November 15, 1999

Defect Summary

Equipment description: aftermarket tail light lenses. these lenses do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the rear and side reflex reflectors are clear and not red in color.

Corrective Action

Aps will replace these lenses.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized American Products Company dealer and reference recall ID 99E039000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 99E039000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 99E039000?

NHTSA recall 99E039000 was issued by American Products Company on November 15, 1999. It addresses: Apc/tail light lens. The recall affects approximately 28,542 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized American Products Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99E039000 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.