Recall 99V-199
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2000 Saturn LS: Exterior lighting (turn signal, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-199
- Reported
- July 26, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 1,395 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." because of a problem in the hazard warning switch assembly, the turn signal lamps may not work or may work intermittently when the driver uses the turn signal lever or hazard warning switch. If the vehicle turn signal indicators are not flashing, then the turn signal lamps may not be flashing.
The risk
Other drivers may not be alerted that the vehicle is turning and a crash could occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch assembly.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began july 23, 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 saturn at 1-[removed], prompt 3. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Saturn LS 2000