NHTSA Recall 00V373000: Onboard (electrical system) and electrical system: wiring
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 455 vehicles. It affects 1999 Saturn EV1.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V373000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00098 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › CHARGING › CABLE/CORD › ONBOARD; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | November 13, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 16, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: generation ii electric vehicles. Some replacement charger receptacle assemblies used for warranty repairs were built with internal component variation. This variation can generate arcing during the charge cycle.
Safety risk
Extended arcing during the charge cycle could lead to a vehicle fire and/or personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the serial number on the charge receptacle and, if necessary, replace the charge receptacle assembly.
Notes
Owner notification began november 16, 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.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 00V373000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Saturn EV1 | 1999 |
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.