Recall 99V-199: 2000 Saturn LS

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jul 26, 1999, covering about 1,395 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-199
Report date
Jul 26, 1999
Vehicles affected
1,395
Owners notified
Jul 23, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." because of a problem in the hazard warning switch assembly, the turn signal lamps may not work or may work intermittently when the driver uses the turn signal lever or hazard warning switch. If the vehicle turn signal indicators are not flashing, then the turn signal lamps may not be flashing.

The risk

Other drivers may not be alerted that the vehicle is turning and a crash could occur.

The fix

Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch assembly.

Notes

Owner notification began july 23, 1999.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. 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.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V199000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Saturn LS2000All 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 99V-199?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." because of a problem in the hazard warning switch assembly, the turn signal lamps may not work or may work intermittently when the driver uses the turn signal lever or hazard warning switch. If the vehicle turn signal indicators are not flashing, then the turn signal lamps may not be flashing.

How is recall 99V-199 fixed?

Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch assembly.

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.