Recall 03V-093: 1998 Chevrolet Astro, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer and 6 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Mar 7, 2003, covering about 507,171 vehicles.
The problem
Certain sport utility vehicles, mini vans, and pickup trucks may develop a short circuit in the electric outside rearview mirror switch.
The risk
If this were to happen, it could result in an inoperative switch, heat damage to the driver's door, and/or ignition of components in the driver's door and a subsequent vehicle fire without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will install a fused jumper harness to the electric outside rearview mirror switch. Owner notification began on april 24, 2003. 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
Notes
Gm recall no. 03006. Customers can 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 | Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V093000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Astro | 1998 | All years |
| Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 | All years |
| Chevrolet C/K Pickups | 1998 | All years |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| GMC C/K Pickup | 1998 | All years |
| GMC Jimmy | 1997 | All years |
| GMC Safari | 1998 | All years |
| GMC Suburban | 1997, 1998 | 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 03V-093?
Certain sport utility vehicles, mini vans, and pickup trucks may develop a short circuit in the electric outside rearview mirror switch.
How is recall 03V-093 fixed?
Dealers will install a fused jumper harness to the electric outside rearview mirror switch. Owner notification began on april 24, 2003. 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
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.