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2000 Buick Century, Buick Regal and others recall: drum

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on May 17, 2000. It covers about 18,754 vehicles.

vehicles affected
18,754
reported
May 17, 2000
owners notified
Jun 23, 2000
related complaints
46

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with rear drum brakes. The bolt head(s) on the rear spindle rod can separate.
Risk
The rear wheel can shift, causing rear steering of the vehicle. The driver could lose control and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear spindle bolts.

Recall number 00V143000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 46 complaints about brakes problems.

2000 Buick Century2000 Buick Regal2000 Chevrolet Lumina

Questions about recall 00V143000

Is there a recall on the 2000 Buick Century, Buick Regal and others drum?

Yes. Recall 00V143000, reported on May 17, 2000, covers about 18,754 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V143000?

Dealers will replace the rear spindle bolts.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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