The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The air bag sensing and diagnostic modules (sdm) could experience a memory error resulting in the air bags not deploying in a crash situation.
The risk
In a crash, a front seat occupant May receive more serious injuries.
The fix
Dealers will replace the sensing and diagnostic module.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-244 (00V244000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00073 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Air bags |
| Report date | August 29, 2000 |
| Owners notified | October 26, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 580 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-244 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the sensing and diagnostic module.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 580 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.