NHTSA Recall 02V283000: Motor (visibility)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,448 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Hummer H2.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V283000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02051/03C03 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | October 29, 2002 |
| Owner notification | November 6, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles exhibit a condition in which the windshield wiper motor could fail during use because of improper manufacture.
Safety risk
If this were to occur in severe weather, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wiper motor assembly. Owner notification began november 6, 2002. 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 #3 or hummer at 1-866-486-6376.
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 02V283000
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.