The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles were built with mis-located welds at the joint between the left rocker panel inner reinforcement and the body side ring. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 214, "side door strength."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the sheet metal structure would not perform as desired increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the welds and, if necessary, place five welds between the involved panels and apply primer and topcoat finish materials.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-032 (98V032000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Structure › Body |
| Report date | February 25, 1998 |
| Owners notified | March 15, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 8 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-032 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the welds and, if necessary, place five welds between the involved panels and apply primer and topcoat finish materials.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 8 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.