Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V231000 Reported August 24, 1999

Gm/fmvss 135

General Motors, Llc · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 5,373 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V231000
Manufacturer Campaign
99053/00-C-05
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
5,373
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 24, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. these vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." these vehicles were produced with brake pipe attachment nuts that may not be tightened to specifications.

Safety Consequence

If the brake pipe nuts are not properly tightened, brake fluid leakage could occur, increasing the brake's stopping distance.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the brake pipe nuts for leakage, verify they are tightened to specifications, and replace the brake pipes if needed.

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 General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 99V231000 or campaign 99053/00-C-05.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 99V231000

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

What is recall 99V231000?

NHTSA recall 99V231000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on August 24, 1999. It addresses: Gm/fmvss 135. The recall affects approximately 5,373 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V231000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99053/00-C-05. 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.