The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with rear drum brakes. The bolt head(s) on the rear spindle rod can separate.
The risk
The rear wheel can shift, causing rear steering of the vehicle. The driver could lose control and a crash could occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear spindle bolts.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-143 (00V143000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00047 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum |
| Report date | May 17, 2000 |
| Owners notified | June 23, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 18,754 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-143 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the rear spindle bolts.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 18,754 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.