The problem
Vehicle description: these vehicles do not comply with the occupant protection requirements of FMVSS no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." the console cover on these vehicles does not stay closed when a specified vertical load is applied.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the console cover could open and the cover or items stored under it could injure an occupant.
The fix
Dealers will replace the console latch mechanism.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-140 (00V140000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00036 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Structure › Body |
| Report date | May 18, 2000 |
| Owners notified | June 9, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 487,400 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-140 repair free?
Yes. Oldsmobile dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the console latch mechanism.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 487,400 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.