The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The inner tie rod nuts are loose and can result in separation of a tie rod.
The risk
Separation of a tie rod can cause unexpected steering input increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will check and adjust the vehicle toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the specified torque.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-301 (99V301000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | October 29, 1999 |
| Owners notified | November 16, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,284 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-301 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will check and adjust the vehicle toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the specified torque.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,284 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.