Gm/windshield wiper
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the windshield wipers may stop working due to a separation between the drive pin and crescent in the crank arm assembly.
Safety Consequence
Driver visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect these vehicles for the presence of a plastic water deflector and, if necessary, replace the wiper motor crank arm and install a water deflector. on vehicles receiving a replacement crank arm and new water deflector, dealers will also apply additional sealing material to improve water deflection away from the crank arm assembly and will install a reinforcement to improve the performance of the wiper park mechanism.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Visibility.
FAQ: Recall 99V348000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V348000?
NHTSA recall 99V348000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on December 16, 1999. It addresses: Gm/windshield wiper. The recall affects approximately 155,149 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V348000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99091. 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.