The problem
Some of these vehicles with the key in the "on" position, exhibit a condition in which the antilock brake system (ABS) motor shorts to its case and grounds through a flexible brake fluid pipe.
The risk
This short can cause extreme heating of the flexible brake pipe where it can melt a nearby flexible plastic fuel hose, which could result in an underhood fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a ground cable from the electronic brake control module (ebcm) to the engine compartment body rail.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-170 (99V170000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99033 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip |
| Report date | July 9, 1999 |
| Owners notified | August 25, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 168,559 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-170 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a ground cable from the electronic brake control module (ebcm) to the engine compartment body rail.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 168,559 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.