The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with chrome plated aluminum wheels. Some of these wheels have a mounting surface that was not machined correctly, causing the wheel studs to break.
The risk
The tire/wheel assembly could separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the wheels and replace all wheels with date codes indicating that they May not have been machined correctly. The wheel mounting studs at any location where a suspect wheel was installed will also be replaced.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-072 (99V072000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99019 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Wheels |
| Report date | April 12, 1999 |
| Owners notified | May 12, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 352 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-072 repair free?
Yes. Pontiac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the wheels and replace all wheels with date codes indicating that they May not have been machined correctly. The wheel mounting studs at any location where a suspect wheel was installed will also be replaced.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 352 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.