Recall 97V-208
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1998 Chevrolet S10 and 1 other model: Electrical system (wiring, front underhood).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-208
- Reported
- November 25, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 33,973 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose vehicles. An engine electrical wiring-harness clip can melt and drip onto the exhaust manifold.
The risk
The clip material on the exhaust manifold can ignite and subsequently ignite other combustible components resulting in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers are contacting owners by telephone to have their vehicles towed to the dealer and alternate transportation provided to them until the dealer can reroute the electrical wiring-harness.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began november 14, 1997.owners who have not been contacted within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-[removed], and GMC at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet S10 1998
- GMC Sonoma 1998