Recall 00V-244: 2001 Chevrolet Impala, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Aug 29, 2000, covering about 580 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-244
Report date
Aug 29, 2000
Vehicles affected
580
Owners notified
Oct 26, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The air bag sensing and diagnostic modules (Sdm) could experience a memory error resulting in the air bags not deploying in a crash situation.

The risk

In a crash, a front seat occupant may receive more serious injuries.

The fix

Dealers will replace the sensing and diagnostic module.

Notes

Owner notification began october 26, 2000. 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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentAir Bags
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V244000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Impala2001All years
Chevrolet Monte Carlo2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-244?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The air bag sensing and diagnostic modules (Sdm) could experience a memory error resulting in the air bags not deploying in a crash situation.

How is recall 00V-244 fixed?

Dealers will replace the sensing and diagnostic module.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.