Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V239000 Reported August 27, 1999

Gm/clutch

General Motors, Llc · Power Train · 69 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V239000
Manufacturer Campaign
99056
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
69
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 27, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch master cylinder may have been built with an incorrect retaining ring.

Safety Consequence

This may not allow the clutch system to disengage the clutch when the clutch pedal is depressed, resulting in unintentional vehicle movement, increased stopping distances, engine stalls, and difficulty in shifting.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch master cylinder with a new cylinder.

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 99V239000 or campaign 99056.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 99V239000

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

What is recall 99V239000?

NHTSA recall 99V239000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on August 27, 1999. It addresses: Gm/clutch. The recall affects approximately 69 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V239000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99056. 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.