The problem
The generator electrical wiring is not protected against excessive current flow which may be caused by an electrical short circuit in the generator.
The risk
Should an electrical short circuit occur in thegenerator, the generator wiring harness would experience excessive current flow.Under certain conditions, enough heat could be generated to ignite surroundingmaterials. If this occurs, an underhood fire could result with or without theengine running and without prior warning.
The fix
The generator wiring harness will be replaced with one that will open as a fuse would under certain excessive current flow conditions.
Contacts
System: electrical; generator; wire harness.Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed servicedate and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time without charge orthe remedy does not correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact saturn service center at 1-800-552-0008. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Saturn dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 93V132000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.