NHTSA recall 98V139000
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| Published by | NHTSA (United States) |
|---|---|
| Campaign number | 98V139000 |
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Reported | 1998-06-23 |
| Owners notified | 1998-09-01 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Units potentially affected | 39313 |
What is wrong
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON THE DRIVER SIDE VISOR WAS OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
What can happen
THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT MAY NOT PROPERLY UNDERSTAND THE OPERATION OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND THE NEED TO USE SEAT BELTS.
The remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ALERT LABEL TO BE INSTALLED ON THE VISIBLE SIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SUN VISOR. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, THEIR DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATIONBEGAN SEPTEMBER 1,1998.OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE ALERT LABEL WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONBLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
| 1999 SAAB 9-3 | Built 1998-01-22 to 1998-06-10. |
|---|---|
| 1999 SAAB 9-5 | Built 1998-01-27 to 1998-06-09. |
| 1997 SAAB 900 | Built 1997-02-25 to 1997-12-21. |
| 1998 SAAB 900 | Built 1997-02-25 to 1997-12-21. |
| 1997 SAAB 9000 | Built 1997-02-25 to 1998-01-09. |
| 1998 SAAB 9000 | Built 1997-02-25 to 1998-01-09. |
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Bulletins for the same vehicles and component
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| 17-NA-073 | 2023-03-03. Service bulletin. This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy. |
| PI0281D | 2021-04-26. Service bulletin. Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy. |
| PI0281D | 2021-04-26. Service bulletin. Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy. |
| 99-08-51-007F | 2021-04-26. Service bulletin. Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility — Outside Company later in this bulletin. |
| 99-08-51-007F | 2021-04-26. Service bulletin. Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility — Outside Company later in this bulletin. |
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| 3672249 | 2000-12-15. Service bulletin. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN 838: DISTURBANCES DUE TO WIRING HARNESS PROVISIONS FOR CD CHANGER . CARS AFFECTED ARE WITHIN VIN RANGES X3020001 - Y3046149. *TT |
| 3672065 | 1999-11-23. Service bulletin. CUSTOMERS MAY ADDRESS CONCERNS ABOUT INTERFERENCE OR POOR RADIO RECEPTION WHEN LISTENING TO AM STATIONS. *TT |
| 8542143 | 1999-11-02. Service bulletin. ADDRESSING CONCERNS WITH VARIOUS TYPES OF NOISES HEARD FROM THE A/C SYSTEM. *TT |
A bulletin is the manufacturer's note to its dealers. It is not part of this recall.