The problem
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles equipped with manual transaxles (rpo m86) fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 114, "theft protection." when a driver attempts to shift from 5th gear to reverse, a shift inhibitor causes the transmission to be mechanically in 4th gear even though the shift lever indicates reverse gear.
The risk
In this situation, the key can be removed from the ignition while the transmission is in a forward gear, which is not permitted by the standard.
The fix
Dealers will disable the 5th/reverse inhibitor by removing a retaining pin and replace the shifter assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-372 (00V372000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00091 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Power train › Manual transmission |
| Report date | November 13, 2000 |
| Owners notified | December 21, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 216 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-372 repair free?
Yes. Oldsmobile dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will disable the 5th/reverse inhibitor by removing a retaining pin and replace the shifter assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 216 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.