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