NHTSA Recall 00V143000: Drum (service brakes)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18,754 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Buick Century.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V143000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00047 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DRUM |
| Report received | May 17, 2000 |
| Owner notification | June 23, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with rear drum brakes. The bolt head(s) on the rear spindle rod can separate.
Safety 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.
Notes
Owner notification began june 23, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300 or chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V143000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.