Recall 98V-169: 1997 Saturn EV1

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jul 28, 1998, covering about 607 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-169
Report date
Jul 28, 1998
Vehicles affected
607
Owners notified
Jul 28, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: electric vehicles. A transistor within the brake torque control module (Btcm) causes an electrical short to ground. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic brake system."

The risk

As a result, vehicles can experience a loss of front brake assist, increasing the brake pedal travel, and vehicle stopping distance.

The fix

Dealers will replace the brake torque control module.

Notes

Owner notification began during july 1998.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 1-888-EV-assist (1-888-382-7747).also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (-1888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Antilock › Control Unit/Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V169000

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 98V-169?

Vehicle description: electric vehicles. A transistor within the brake torque control module (Btcm) causes an electrical short to ground. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic brake system."

How is recall 98V-169 fixed?

Dealers will replace the brake torque control 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.