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NHTSA recall 02V224000

Electrical System · General Motors, LLC

August 12, 2002report date
649units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Certain all-wheel drive sport utility vehicles were built without a power steering bracket to secure the positive battery cable, allowing the cable to come in contact with the steering shaft.

Why it matters: This contact could cause a wear-through of the cable insulation, exposing the wire core and result in intermittent electrical shorting. If enough current is discharged at the point of contact, an engine compartment fire could occur.

The fix: Dealers will inspect the positive battery cable routing and re-route, if necessary. No owner notification will take place since all vehicles were captured at the dealers.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2003 Cadillac Escalade.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V224000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.