Recall 00V-369: 1997, 1999 Saturn EV1

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Nov 13, 2000, covering about 455 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-369
Report date
Nov 13, 2000
Vehicles affected
455
Owners notified
Nov 16, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: electric vehicles. These vehicles were produced with wheel speed circuitry in the brake torque control module (Btcm) which can cease to operate properly.

The risk

If this occurs, involved vehicles will exhibit one or more of the following: a loss of front brake assist, a disabled rear brake system, a disabled anti-lock brake system, and/or a disabled regenerative brake system. This could increase brake pedal travel and vehicle stopping distance.

The fix

Dealers will replace the btcm, the ballscrew assemblies in the brake pressure modulator valve, and install new software.

Notes

Owner notification began november 16, 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 saturn at 1-800-553-6000.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V369000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Saturn EV11997, 1999All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-369?

Vehicle description: electric vehicles. These vehicles were produced with wheel speed circuitry in the brake torque control module (Btcm) which can cease to operate properly.

How is recall 00V-369 fixed?

Dealers will replace the btcm, the ballscrew assemblies in the brake pressure modulator valve, and install new software.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.