Recall 03V016000 — STRUCTURE Defect in 1998-1998 EXPLORER VAN CHEVROLET ASTRO
RECALL This recall affects up to 2,600 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 03V016000 |
| Manufacturer | EXPLORER VAN COMPANY |
| Vehicles Affected | 2,600 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS EQUIPPED WITH RUNNING BOARDS SUPPLIED BY PRODESIGN, INC., THAT INCORPORATE A COURTESY LIGHT, EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT, A HIGH RESISTANCE ARC CAN OCCUR IN THE WIRING OF THE COURTESY LIGHT. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE LIGHT WIRES CAN OVERHEAT TO THE POINT WHERE THEY MAY MELT THE RUNNING BOARD.
Safety Consequence
THIS COULD POTENTIALLY LEAD TO A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COURTESY LIGHT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 23, 2003. 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 EXPLORER VAN AT 1-800-926-7878.
Related Recalls for EXPLORER VAN
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05V477000 | 2005 EXPLORER VAN CONVERSION VAN | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 118 |