Recall 99V-070: 1998–1999 Cadillac Seville
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 12, 1999, covering about 29,766 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An electrical short can develop in the generator, even when the engine is off.
The risk
The electrical short could cause an engine compartment fire that could spread to the rest of the vehicle and anything near it.
The fix
Dealers will replace the generator.
Notes
Owner notification began april 24, 1999.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 cadillac at 1-800-458-8006. 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 › Alternator/Generator/Regulator |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V070000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Seville | 1998, 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 99V-070?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An electrical short can develop in the generator, even when the engine is off.
How is recall 99V-070 fixed?
Dealers will replace the generator.
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.