Recall 97V-109: 1997 Saturn EV1

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jul 1, 1997, covering about 211 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-109
Report date
Jul 1, 1997
Vehicles affected
211
Owners notified
Jul 15, 1997

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles were built with a damaged o-ring in the brake pressure modulator valve solenoid(S) on the brake pressure modulator. Involved vehicles can develop an external brake fluid leak in one or both of the brake pressuremodulator valve solenoids.

The risk

Brake fluid leakage could reduce brake effectiveness and increase stopping distances.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the solenoid(S) on the brake pressure modulator.

Notes

Owner notification:owner notification will begin during july 1997. 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 (Ev1) at 1-888-382-7747. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V109000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Saturn EV11997All 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 97V-109?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles were built with a damaged o-ring in the brake pressure modulator valve solenoid(S) on the brake pressure modulator. Involved vehicles can develop an external brake fluid leak in one or both of the brake pressuremodulator valve solenoids.

How is recall 97V-109 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the solenoid(S) on the brake pressure modulator.

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.