The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles. Some of these vehicles were assembled with the transaxle shift cable clip missing or improperly seated. Without the clip, the cable can slip out of its bracket and the transaxle lever would not move along with the shift lever. The driver May put the shift lever in park, but the transaxle May be in reverse or neutral.
The risk
Unexpected movement of the vehicle could cause a crash without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the transaxle shift cable retainer clip to verify proper installation and, if necessary, replace the clip and adjust the cable to specifications.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-344 (00V344000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00089 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (PRNDL) |
| Report date | October 30, 2000 |
| Owners notified | October 27, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,637 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-344 repair free?
Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the transaxle shift cable retainer clip to verify proper installation and, if necessary, replace the clip and adjust the cable to specifications.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,637 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.