Recall 02V-070
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1996 to 1997 Buick Skylark and 4 other models: Electrical system (ignition, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-070
- Reported
- March 6, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 1,589,948 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles. If the engine fails to start and the driver holds the key in the "start" position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, and sometimes produces enough heat to melt internal switch parts.
The risk
If the switch is damaged, a fire could occur in the steering column, even with the engine off and the key removed.
The fix
Dealers will install a relay kit in these vehicles to prevent high current from flowing through the ignition switch. Owner notification began march 27, 2002. 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-[removed], pontiac at 1-[removed], buick at 1-[removed], or oldsmobile at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Buick Skylark 1996 to 1997
- Chevrolet Cavalier 1995 to 1997
- Oldsmobile Achieva 1996 to 1997
- Pontiac Grand AM 1996 to 1997
- Pontiac Sunfire 1995 to 1997