The problem
Vehicle description: 1997-2001 Chevrolet venture, Pontiac montana/transport, and Oldsmobile silhouette Mini vans equipped with passenger side power sliding doors that were serviced in campaign 01013 (01v-067) from April to August 2001. Also 2001 Chevrolet venture, Pontiac montana, and Oldsmobile silhouette Mini vans equipped with passenger side power sliding doors assembled in January through April 2001. These vehicles have inadequate front welds. If a front weld fails, the actuator can jam in the unlatched position and, when the sliding door closes, it will not be latched.
The risk
If this happens, the power sliding door can open while the vehicle is in motion, particularly when the vehicle ascends a hill, makes a turn, or travels over a rough road surface. An unrestrained occupant could fall out of the van and be injured.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and, if required, install a new power sliding door unlatch actuator assembly. Owner notification began on October 22, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, or Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-264 (01V264000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01059 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch |
| Report date | August 21, 2001 |
| Owners notified | October 22, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 248,737 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 1997 Chevrolet Venture
- 1998 Chevrolet Venture
- 1999 Chevrolet Venture
- 2000 Chevrolet Venture
- 2001 Chevrolet Venture
- 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
- 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
- 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
- 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette
- 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
- 1998 Pontiac Montana
- 1999 Pontiac Montana
- 2000 Pontiac Montana
- 2001 Pontiac Montana
- 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
Owner complaints about the locks & latches
- 1997 Chevrolet Venture door lock & latch problems 12
- 1998 Chevrolet Venture door lock & latch problems 16
- 1999 Chevrolet Venture door lock & latch problems 13
- 2000 Chevrolet Venture door lock & latch problems 20
- 2001 Chevrolet Venture door lock & latch problems 10
- 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette door lock & latch problems 13
- 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette door lock & latch problems 15
- 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette door lock & latch problems 11
- 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette door lock & latch problems 6
- 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette door lock & latch problems 8
- 1998 Pontiac Montana door lock & latch problems 2
- 1999 Pontiac Montana door lock & latch problems 12
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-264 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and, if required, install a new power sliding door unlatch actuator assembly. Owner notification began on October 22, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 248,737 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.