Geo Recall 95V195002: Electrical system – 12V/24V/48V battery

Affected: 1995 Geo Prizm. Filed with NHTSA on October 11, 1995, covering about 4,481 vehicles.

The problem

The battery can have a defective weld inside the positive and/or negative terminal allowing the connection inside of the terminal to separate.

The risk

This condition can result in a no-start condition, or a battery explosion.

The fix

Dealers will replace defective batteries.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign95V195002 (95V195002)
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentElectrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
Report dateOctober 11, 1995
Owners notifiedNovember 7, 1995
Vehicles affected4,481
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 95V195002 repair free?

Yes. Geo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace defective batteries.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,481 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.