The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles have an inoperative brake lamp-actuating switch. If the brake lamp-actuating switch does not function properly when the brake pedal is depressed, the brake lights May be inoperative. On vehicles equipped with automatic transaxle, a failure in the brake lamp-actuating switch May also prevent shifting out of park. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion and another vehicle was following closely, a vehicle crash could occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V273001 (99V273001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99052 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch |
| Report date | October 20, 1999 |
| Owners notified | October 29, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 30,605 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V273001 repair free?
Yes. Geo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 30,605 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.