NHTSA Recall 02V224000: Cables (electrical system)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 649 vehicles. It affects 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V224000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02036 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | August 12, 2002 |
| Owner notification | August 6, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain all-wheel drive sport utility vehicles were built without a power steering bracket to secure the positive battery cable, allowing the cable to come in contact with the steering shaft.
Safety risk
This contact could cause a wear-through of the cable insulation, exposing the wire core and result in intermittent electrical shorting. If enough current is discharged at the point of contact, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the positive battery cable routing and re-route, if necessary. No owner notification will take place since all vehicles were captured at the dealers.
Notes
Also, customers can 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 02V224000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade | 2003 |
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.