NHTSA Recall 04V004000: Power window devices and controls (visibility)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 79,204 vehicles. It affects 2003–2004 Saturn Ion.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V004000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03069 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS |
| Report received | January 5, 2004 |
| Owner notification | December 30, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 118, "power-operated window, partition, and roof panel systems." the power windows and/or sunroof may be operable after the ignition has been turned to the "off" position and the front passenger door is opened.
Safety risk
If unsupervised children are left unattended in the vehicle and operate the power windows or sunroof, there is an increased risk of injury to the child.
Remedy
Dealers will upgrade the body control module (BCM) calibration. Owner notification began on december 30, 2003. Owners should contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876.
Notes
GM recall no. 03069.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 04V004000
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.