Recall 00V-370: 1999 Saturn EV1
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for interior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Nov 13, 2000, covering about 455 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: certain generation II electric vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, "controls and displays." these vehicles were produced with a courtesy lamp control circuit in the right-hand junction block which can fail. If this occurs, the interior lamps will remain illuminated and cannot be controlled by the driver once the doors are closed and the vehicle is in motion.
The risk
If this were to occur during a night-time driving situation, the driver's vision could be impaired.
The fix
Dealers will replace the right-hand junction block.
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
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Interior Lighting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V370000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Saturn EV1 | 1999 | All 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-370?
Vehicle description: certain generation II electric vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, "controls and displays." these vehicles were produced with a courtesy lamp control circuit in the right-hand junction block which can fail. If this occurs, the interior lamps will remain illuminated and cannot be controlled by the driver once the doors are closed and the vehicle is in motion.
How is recall 00V-370 fixed?
Dealers will replace the right-hand junction block.
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.