1997 Saturn EV1 recall: control unit/module
General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on July 28, 1998. It covers about 607 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 607
- reported
- Jul 28, 1998
- owners notified
- Jul 28, 1998
Service brakes, air: antilock: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: electric vehicles. A transistor within the brake torque control module (btcm) causes an electrical short to ground. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake system."
- Risk
- As a result, vehicles can experience a loss of front brake assist, increasing the brake pedal travel, and vehicle stopping distance.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the brake torque control module.
Recall number 98V169000
Affected vehicles
- Saturn EV1 1997 1997
Questions about recall 98V169000
Is there a recall on the 1997 Saturn EV1 control unit/module?
Yes. Recall 98V169000, reported on July 28, 1998, covers about 607 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V169000?
Dealers will replace the brake torque control module.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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