The problem
Vehicle description: generation 1 electric passenger vehicles. These vehicles were built with a charge port assembly that could fail during a charging event.
The risk
Heat could build up within the charge port and a fire could result.
The fix
These passenger vehicles were repurchased by Saturn/GM.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V069100 (00V069100) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00025 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery |
| Report date | March 3, 2000 |
| Owners notified | March 27, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 489 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V069100 repair free?
Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: These passenger vehicles were repurchased by Saturn/GM.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 489 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.