NHTSA recall 98V032000
Structure · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: These vehicles were built with mis-located welds at the joint between the left rocker panel inner reinforcement and the body side ring. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 214, "side door strength."
Why it matters: In the event of a vehicle crash, the sheet metal structure would not perform as desired increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the welds and, if necessary, place five welds between the involved panels and apply primer and topcoat finish materials.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 98V032000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.