Recall 03V-093
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1998 Chevrolet Astro and 7 other models: Visibility (rearview mirrors/devices, exterior).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-093
- Reported
- March 7, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 507,171 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain sport utility vehicles, mini vans, and pickup trucks may develop a short circuit in the electric outside rearview mirror switch.
The risk
If this were to happen, it could result in an inoperative switch, heat damage to the driver's door, and/or ignition of components in the driver's door and a subsequent vehicle fire without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will install a fused jumper harness to the electric outside rearview mirror switch. Owner notification began on april 24, 2003. 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] or GMC at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no. 03006. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Astro 1998
- Chevrolet Blazer 1997
- Chevrolet C/K Pickups 1998
- Chevrolet Suburban 1997 to 1998
- GMC C/K Pickup 1998
- GMC Jimmy 1997
- GMC Safari 1998
- GMC Suburban 1997 to 1998