NHTSA Recall 01V381000: Frame and members (structure)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 897 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Camaro.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V381000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01072 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Report received | December 12, 2001 |
| Owner notification | December 26, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection," and no. 214, "side impact protection." these vehicles may have welds near the lower driver's side door hinge that do not meet specifications.
Safety risk
In a crash, an occupant could receive severe injuries.
Remedy
Dealers will install structural rivets. Owner notification began december 26, 2001. 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.
Notes
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 01V381000
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.