The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." these vehicles were produced with brake pipe attachment nuts that May not be tightened to specifications.
The risk
If the brake pipe nuts are not properly tightened, brake fluid leakage could occur, increasing the brake's stopping distance.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the brake pipe nuts for leakage, verify they are tightened to specifications, and replace the brake pipes if needed.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-231 (99V231000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99053/00-C-05 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components |
| Report date | August 24, 1999 |
| Owners notified | August 24, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,373 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-231 repair free?
Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the brake pipe nuts for leakage, verify they are tightened to specifications, and replace the brake pipes if needed.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,373 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.