NHTSA Recall 00V344000: Gear position indication (prndl) (power train)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,637 vehicles. It affects 2001 Saturn LS.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V344000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00089 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
| Report received | October 30, 2000 |
| Owner notification | October 27, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles. Some of these vehicles were assembled with the transaxle shift cable clip missing or improperly seated. Without the clip, the cable can slip out of its bracket and the transaxle lever would not move along with the shift lever. The driver may put the shift lever in park, but the transaxle may be in reverse or neutral.
Safety risk
Unexpected movement of the vehicle could cause a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the transaxle shift cable retainer clip to verify proper installation and, if necessary, replace the clip and adjust the cable to specifications.
Notes
Owner notification began october 27, 2000.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 1-800-553-6000, prompt #5. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V344000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Saturn LS | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.