Recall 99V-301: 2000 Buick Lesabre, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado and 3 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Oct 29, 1999, covering about 1,284 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The inner tie rod nuts are loose and can result in separation of a tie rod.
The risk
Separation of a tie rod can cause unexpected steering input increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will check and adjust the vehicle toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the specified torque.
Notes
Owner notification began november 16, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300 or cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V301000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Lesabre | 2000 | All years |
| Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 | All years |
| Cadillac Seville | 2000 | All years |
| Cadillac SLS | 2000 | All years |
| Cadillac STS | 2000 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 99V-301?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The inner tie rod nuts are loose and can result in separation of a tie rod.
How is recall 99V-301 fixed?
Dealers will check and adjust the vehicle toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the specified torque.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.