AM General M998 recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
5 recalls found for the AM General M998 in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 3 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 AM General M998 | 1 | 1 |
| 1990 AM General M998 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 AM General M998 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 AM General M998 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 AM General M998 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 AM General M998 | 3 | 1 |
| 1985 AM General M998 | 3 | 0 |
| 1984 AM General M998 | 3 | 1 |
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Newest AM General M998 recalls
- Feb 19, 199191V030000Seat belts10,285 vehicles1990-1991 AM General M998
Automatic shoulder belt retraction mechanism does not fully retract the belt after it is extended, either by movement of the upper torso or after removal by occupant.
- Nov 8, 198989V195000Electrical system28,715 vehicles1987-1989 AM General M998
The nato slave receptacle may be incorrectly installed with an insufficient clearance between the positive and negative shell.
- Nov 23, 198888V183000Electrical system50,000 vehicles1984-1988 AM General M998
The military nato slave receptacle is not waterproof and when submerged in water a current path is created.
- Mar 5, 198787V027000Service brakes, hydraulic10,000 vehicles1984-1986 AM General M998
Welds that attach the brake pedal arm to the cross shaft may not withstand a panic stop and/or fatigue load inputs.
- Jan 5, 198787V026000Power train8,982 vehicles1984-1986 AM General M998
Neutral safety switch may become permanently closed, allowing vehicle to be started in any gear.