Explorer Van Chevrolet Astro (1998) – 03V016000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain Conversion Vans Equipped With Running Boards Supplied By Prodesign, Inc., That Incorporate A Courtesy Light, Exposure To Excessive Moisture And Road Salt, A High Resistance ARC Can Occur In The Wiring Of The Courtesy Light. When This Occurs, The Light Wires Can Overheat To The Point Where They May Melt The Running Board.

Make Of Vehicle

EXPLORER VAN

Model Of Vehicle

CHEVROLET ASTRO

Year

1998

Recall Campaign Number

03V016000

Component Description

Structure

Effect Of Defect

This Could Potentially Lead To A Fire.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Replace The Courtesy Light. Owner Notification Began January 23, 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 Explorer Van At 1-800-926-7878.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Explorer Van Company

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

2600

Date Owners Notified

20030123

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Explorer Van Company, Inc.

Date Report Received

20030123

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard