Recall 02V-224
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2003 Cadillac Escalade: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-224
- Reported
- August 12, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 649 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain all-wheel drive sport utility vehicles were built without a power steering bracket to secure the positive battery cable, allowing the cable to come in contact with the steering shaft.
The risk
This contact could cause a wear-through of the cable insulation, exposing the wire core and result in intermittent electrical shorting. If enough current is discharged at the point of contact, an engine compartment fire could occur.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the positive battery cable routing and re-route, if necessary. No owner notification will take place since all vehicles were captured at the dealers.
Notes from the manufacturer
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Cadillac Escalade 2003