The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a console armrest fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impacts." the armrests were produced with a latch that will not withstand the vertical force requirements of the standard.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the latch May open and the armrest or the contents of the console could injure an occupant.
The fix
Dealers will replace the console armrest latch.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-297 (99V297000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99071 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Structure › Body |
| Report date | October 27, 1999 |
| Owners notified | October 29, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 7,505 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-297 repair free?
Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the console armrest latch.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,505 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.