Recall 01V-336: 1998–2000 AM General Hummer
AM GENERAL CORPORATION recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Oct 31, 2001, covering about 2,839 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The turn signal switch plastic cancellation pin can wear prematurely causing the signals to fail to cancel after completing a turn.
The risk
This could send an incorrect lamp signal to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the turn signal switch with a new switch having a metal cancellation pin. Owner notification began november 16, 2001. 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 AM general at 1-800-638-8303.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AM GENERAL CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Switch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V336000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 01V-336?
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The turn signal switch plastic cancellation pin can wear prematurely causing the signals to fail to cancel after completing a turn.
How is recall 01V-336 fixed?
Dealers will replace the turn signal switch with a new switch having a metal cancellation pin. Owner notification began november 16, 2001. 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 AM general at 1-800-638-8303.
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.