Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V043000 Reported February 14, 2001

Saleen/accessory switch

Saleen, Inc. · Electrical System · 240 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V043000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Saleen, Inc.
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
240
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 14, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the accessory switch and associated wiring mounted in the passenger wheel well of certain vehicles can overheat when the current flow does not cease after the vehicle's ignition is turned to the "off" position.

Safety Consequence

This causes the switch to overheat and melt both the switch and its associated wire, increasing the risk of fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will change the accessory switch in these vehicles and modify its wiring. owner notification began march 5, 2001. 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 saleen at 1-949-597-3823.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Saleen, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 01V043000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 01V043000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V043000?

NHTSA recall 01V043000 was issued by Saleen, Inc. on February 14, 2001. It addresses: Saleen/accessory switch. The recall affects approximately 240 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Saleen, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V043000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.