VEHICLES:
CARS, VANS, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS AND MOTORCYCLES
American Honda Motor Company
Models: Acura 3.5RL
Year: 2000
Number Potentially Involved: 814
Dates of Manufacture: August – September 1999
Defect: On certain passenger vehicles, some of the brake
master cylinders may have internal corrosion, resulting in reduced braking
performance and increased stopping distances. The corrosion could eventually
cause a complete brake system failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly,
reservoir, and brake fluid.The manufacturer has reported that owner notification
began July 25, 2003. Owners may contact Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V239]
American Honda Motor Company
Models: Honda CR-V
Years: 2002-2003
Number Potentially Involved: 247,019
Dates of Manufacture: May 2001 – July 2003
Defect: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with
automatic transmissions, excessive corrosion of the shift cable linkage could
prevent the driver from shifting the automatic transmission into Park. If
the vehicle operator fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could
roll and a crash could occur. Dealers will inspect the shift cable linkage
for corrosion. If corrosion causes binding, they will replace the shift cable.
Remedy: Dealers will also install a new corrosion-resistant
control pin. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected
to begin during August 2003. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V274/Honda Recall No. P04]
Bayerische Motoren Werke
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BMW 745i |
Years: 2002-2003 |
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BMW 745Li |
Years: 2002-2003 |
Number Potentially Involved: 5,470
Dates of Manufacture: October 2001 – April 2003
Defect: On certain passenger vehicles, due to a software
error, a desynchronization of the valvetronic motors for engine banks I and
II may occur. If this occurs, the engine could stall. In those cases, the
driver may not be able to restart the engine. Depending on the level of engine
roughness, or stalling, as well as traffic conditions and the driver’s reactions,
this could lead to a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the digital engine management control
unit. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began July 8,
2003. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V240]
General Motors Corporation
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Cadillac Deville |
Years: 2002-2003 |
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Cadillac Seville |
Years: 2002-2003 |
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Oldsmobile Aurora |
Years: 2002-2003 |
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Pontiac Bonneville |
Years: 2002-2003 |
Number Potentially Involved: 102,212
Dates of Manufacture: February – December 2002
Defect: On certain Cadillac passenger vehicles, funeral
coaches, and limousines equipped with a V8 (4.6L) engine, Oldsmobile Aurora
vehicles equipped with a V8 (4.0L ) engine, and Pontiac Bonneville SSEi vehicles
equipped with a supercharged V6 (3.8L) engine, the fuel tank pressure sensors
are unusually susceptible to malfunctions. If the sensor malfunctions, excessive
vacuum can be applied during self-diagnostic testing. Fuel system components
can be damaged, and fuel can leak from the vehicle when it is refueled.
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank pressure sensor. The
manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during
the third quarter of 2003. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339,
Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V238/GM Recall No. 03038]
General Motors Corporation
| Models: |
Oldsmobile Alero |
Year: 2001 |
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Pontiac Grand Am |
Year: 2001 |
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Buick Rendezvous |
Year: 2003 |
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Cadillac CTS |
Year: 2003 |
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Chevrolet Express |
Year: 2003 |
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo |
Year: 2003 |
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GMC Savana |
Year: 2003 |
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Chevrolet TrailBlazer |
Years: 2002-2003 |
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GMC Envoy |
Years: 2002-2003 |
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Oldsmobile Bravada |
Years: 2002-2003 |
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Pontiac Aztek |
Years: 2001-2003 |
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Chevrolet Venture |
Years: 2001 and 2003 |
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Pontiac Montana |
Years: 2001 and 2003 |
Number Potentially Involved: 1,707,825
Dates of Manufacture: March 2000 – June 2003
Noncompliance: Certain minivans, passenger cars, and sport
utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System." The owner’s
manual does not explain the meaning of the location symbols for the lower
universal anchorage system.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a supplement for their owner’s
manual. It describes and shows the location symbols for the child restraint
anchors that are located in the vehicle. The manufacturer has reported that
owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003. Owners may contact
Buick at 1-866-608-8080, Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438,
GMC at 1-800-996-9463, Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, or Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V250/GM Recall No. 03039]
Hyundai America Technical Center
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Hyundai Elantra |
Years: 2001-2003 |
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Hyundai Tiburon |
Years: 2002-2003 |
Number Potentially Involved: 312,292
Dates of Manufacture: June 2000 – February 2003
Defect: On certain passenger cars and sport utility vehicles,
the rear brake tubes pass behind the front suspension crossmember. Two steering
gearbox mounting brackets are welded to the crossmember. On vehicles equipped
with an antilock brake system (ABS), the rear brake tubes could contact both
steering gearbox mounting brackets. On vehicles that are not equipped with
ABS, the rear brake tubes may contact only the left mounting bracket. Contact
between the rear brake tubes and the steering brackets could cause wear and
corrosion that could result in brake fluid leakage. Fluid leakage could result
in reduced braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes so they do
not contact the mounting brackets, install brake tube clips to control the
location of the rear brake tubes, and apply anti-corrosion material to the
tubes in the areas where contact with the mounting brackets may have occurred.
The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin
during the third quarter of 2003. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V257/Hyundai Recall No. 061]
Indian Motorcycle Company
| Models: |
Indian Scout |
Years: 2001-2003 |
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Indian Spirit |
Years: 2002-2003 |
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Indian Chief Vintage |
Year: 2003 |
Number Potentially Involved: 6,173
Dates of Manufacture: February 2000 – July 2003
Defect: On certain motorcycles, the bracket used to support
the teardrop headlight can crack, causing the bracket to break and the light
to slip out of position or fall off. This could cause a loss of visibility
to the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new bracket. The manufacturer has
reported that owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003.
Owners may contact Indian at 1-888-899-2997.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V257]
Isuzu Motors America, Inc.
Models: Isuzu Ascender
Year: 2003
Number Potentially Involved: 3,290
Dates of Manufacture: August 2002 – May 2003
Noncompliance: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to
comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System." The Owner’s Manual does not explain
the meaning of the location symbols for the Lower Universal Anchorage System.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a supplement for their Owner’s
Manual. It describes and shows the location symbols for the child restraint
anchors that are located in the vehicle. The manufacturer has reported that
owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003. Owners may contact
Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V269]
Nissan Motor Corporation
Models: Nissan Altima
Years: 2002-2003
Number Potentially Involved: 377,000
Dates of Manufacture: August 2001 – May 2003
Defect: On certain passenger vehicles sold or registered
in the States of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana,
Kansas, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North
Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,
South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Wisconsin, and Wyoming, at extremely cold temperatures,
moisture in the fuel tank could freeze and form ice crystals. These ice crystals
may obstruct the suction opening of the fuel pump. This can prevent the supply
of fuel to the engine and cause the engine to stop, which could result in
a crash without warning. Nissan will also notify owners of affected vehicles
that are not located in these states and advise them that if those vehicles
are to be driven in one of these states or in other cold areas in the winter,
Nissan will perform the remedy without charge upon request.
Remedy: Dealers will install a screen at the suction opening
of the fuel pump to prevent ice crystals from blocking the opening. The manufacturer
has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003.
Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-333-0829.
[NHTSA Campaign No. 03V251]
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Models: Volkswagen New Beetle
Years: 1998-2001
Number Potentially Involved: 269,151
Dates of Manufacture: April 1998 – June 2001
Defect: On certain passenger vehicles, the brake lamp
switch may malfunction. If this happens, the brake lamps could become inoperative,
or the lamps could come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the
brake lamp switches. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification
is expected to begin during September 2003. Owners may contact VW at 1-800-893-5298.
[NHTSA Recall Nos. 03V265/VW Recall No. WT]
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Models: Volkswagen Touareg
Year: 2004
Number Potentially Involved: 623
Dates of Manufacture: April – July 2003
Defect: On certain sport utility vehicles, the tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) wiring harness may have been improperly routed during
assembly. An improperly routed TPMS wiring harness may contact the parking
brake cable. If this happens, the TPMS wiring circuit could be interrupted,
resulting in an inoperative TPMS and causing a short-to-ground condition that
could potentially result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the TPMS wiring harness routing
and, if necessary, correct the wiring harness routing. The manufacturer has
reported that owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003.
Owners may contact VW at 1-800-893-5298.
[NHTSA Recall Nos. 03V266/VW Recall No. WS]
MEDIUM/HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS, SCHOOL BUSES AND MOTOR HOMES
International Truck and Engine Company
| Models: |
International 3000 |
Years: 1993-2003 |
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International FE |
Years: 1993-2003 |
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International RE |
Years: 1993-2003 |
Number Potentially Involved: 24,134
Dates of Manufacture: October 1993 – May 2003
Defect: On certain school, transit, and commercial buses
equipped with adjustable steering columns, the steering shaft pinch bolt interferes
with the rubber boot that protects it. Over time, a hole may wear into the
boot and catch the bolt. If the bolt catches on the hole, the boot may restrict
the movement of the steering wheel, which could lead to a crash.
Remedy: International has not yet provided a remedy for this
campaign. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected
to begin during early October 2003. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V264/International Recall No. 03513]
Mid Bus
Models: Mid Bus Guide
Years: 2001-2003
Number Potentially Involved: 2,750
Dates of Manufacture: February 2001 – May 2003
Noncompliance: Certain school buses fail to comply with
the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 217 "Bus Emergency
Exits and Window Retention and Release." The rear door latch has insufficient
lubrication, requiring more force to open the door than allowed by the standard.
The increased opening load on the latch might present a problem in the event
of an emergency.
Remedy: Owners are being advised how to lubricate the emergency
door latch or, if they prefer, a dealer can perform the remedy for them.
The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin
during August 2003. Owners may contact Mid Bus at 1-877-358-6055.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V242]
Utilimaster
Models: Utilimaster Walk-In Van
Years: 1996-2001
Number Potentially Involved: 5,426
Defect: On certain walk-in vans, wiring installed by Utilimaster
is not of sufficient gauge for the protection provided by the circuit’s fuse.
Should a failure occur in a vehicle component such as a fan, heated mirror
and/or other ignition-hot option, the insulation around the wiring to the
fan could melt, possibly rendering the defroster inoperative.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a replacement fuse. The
manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during
August 2003. Owners may contact Utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V275]
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
| Models: |
Winnebago Sightseer |
Years: 2002-2004 |
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Itasca Sunova |
Years: 2002-2004 |
Number Potentially Involved: 2,684
Dates of Manufacture: March 2001 – May 2003
Defect: On certain motor homes when the cooking range
and furnace are operating at the same time, the flame on the cooking range
could be forced downward over the burner or flame outage could occur. This
condition is due to the location of the furnace and cooking range whereby
the furnace may draw air in from above the range burners and cause a downdraft.
Should this occur, the flame may go out and the liquid propane (LP) gas will
continue to flow. This is a hazardous situation that could result in an explosion or fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install an air restrictor panel under
the range. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected
to begin during August 2003. Owners may contact Winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03V243/Winnebago Recall No. 89]
EQUIPMENT:
Detroit Diesel Corporation
Models: Detroit Diesel Series 60 Engines
Number Potentially Involved: 52,830
Defect: On certain Freightliner FLD, Century, Columbia, and Argosy
trucks, a pressurized fuel line on the left rear side of the engine can rub
against the cylinder block, potentially resulting in a diesel fuel leak.
A fuel leak in the engine compartment can result in fuel spilled onto the
ground, leaving a slippery road surface that increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Detroit Diesel will replace the fuel lines, and re-route
them away from the cylinder block or other potential rub points. The manufactured
has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003.
Owners should contact Detroit Diesel at 1-313-592-3708.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03E040/Detroit Diesel Recall No. 03C-2]
Pioneer Entertainment, Inc.
Models: Pioneer Car Amplifier
Number Potentially Involved: 35,869
Defect: If installation of certain aftermarket car amplifiers, Model
Nos. GM-X372, GM-X374, GM-X572, GM-X574, GM-X972, and GM-D500M, is in a manner
other than as recommended by Pioneer, it could result in the amplifier overheating
while in use. Overheating of this equipment could result in a fire.
Remedy: Pioneer will provide a refund to the owners of these
amplifiers. The manufactured has reported that owner notification began on
July 9, 2003. Owners should contact Pioneer at 1-800-421-1636.
[NHTSA Recall No. 03E035]
