The problem
Certain pickup truck, van, and Mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by American technology components, inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.
The risk
This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began March 7, 2003. 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 southern comfort at 1-800-745-6096.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-094 (03V094000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Structure |
| Report date | March 7, 2003 |
| Owners notified | March 7, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,674 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2000 Dodge Caravan
- 2001 Dodge Caravan
- 2002 Dodge Caravan
- 2003 Dodge Caravan
- 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 2000 Ford E Series
- 2001 Ford E Series
- 2002 Ford E Series
- 2003 Ford E Series
- 2000 Ford Expedition
- 2001 Ford Expedition
- 2002 Ford Expedition
- 2003 Ford Expedition
- 2000 Ford Explorer
- 2001 Ford Explorer
- 2002 Ford Explorer
- 2003 Ford Explorer
- 2000 Ford F Series
- 2001 Ford F Series
- 2002 Ford F Series
- 2000 GMC Suburban
- 2001 GMC Suburban
- 2002 GMC Suburban
- 2003 GMC Suburban
- 2000 GMC Yukon
- 2001 GMC Yukon
- 2002 GMC Yukon
- 2003 GMC Yukon
Plus 9 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the body & structure
- 2000 Chevrolet Suburban body problems 16
- 2001 Chevrolet Suburban body problems 14
- 2002 Chevrolet Suburban body problems 4
- 2003 Chevrolet Suburban body problems 11
- 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe body problems 7
- 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe body problems 25
- 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe body problems 17
- 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe body problems 13
- 2000 Dodge Caravan body problems 30
- 2001 Dodge Caravan body problems 12
- 2002 Dodge Caravan body problems 12
- 2003 Dodge Caravan body problems 4
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-094 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began March 7, 2003. 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,674 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.