Recall 00V-374: 1998 Chevrolet S10, 1999 Saturn EV1
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Nov 13, 2000, covering about 492 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: electric passenger vehicles and pickup trucks containing a nickel metal hydride (Nimh) battery pack. These vehicles contain software within the battery pack module intended to disable the vehicle from being driven if the electrical resistance with the battery pack exceeds a prescribed value. Affected vehicles will illuminate the "service now" and "reduced performance" telltales and continue to function in a reduced performance model instead of being disabled.
The risk
If the telltales are ignored and the affected vehicle continues to be driven, heat could build up and a fire could result.
The fix
Dealers will install revised software in the battery pack module.
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 | Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V374000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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-374?
Vehicle description: electric passenger vehicles and pickup trucks containing a nickel metal hydride (Nimh) battery pack. These vehicles contain software within the battery pack module intended to disable the vehicle from being driven if the electrical resistance with the battery pack exceeds a prescribed value. Affected vehicles will illuminate the "service now" and "reduced performance" telltales and continue to function in a reduced performance model instead of being disabled.
How is recall 00V-374 fixed?
Dealers will install revised software in the battery pack module.
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.