NHTSA Recall 03V231000: Electrical system: module
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 239,993 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Saturn L200.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V231000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03033/03-C-06 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › MODULE |
| Report received | June 23, 2003 |
| Owner notification | July 1, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.2l l4 (l61) engines, a failure of the ignition control module may cause deterioration in idle quality, reduction in overall engine power, and the vehicle may be hard to start. Continued operation of the vehicle after such an ignition module failure will result in the "service engine soon" light flashing, and may lead to secondary failures of the catalytic converter, oxygen sensor, and exhaust resonator.
Safety risk
Failure of the resonator will cause increased exhaust noise. Prolonged operation of the vehicle following a resonator failure may lead to a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will (1) replace the ignition control module, (2) replace the ignition control module and spark plugs, or (3) replace the ignition control module, spark plugs, and update the powertrain control module calibration. Owner notification began on august 4, 2003. Owners should contact saturn at 1-800-553-6000, prompt 3.
Notes
GM recall no. 03033/saturn recall no. 03-c-06.customers can 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 03V231000
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.