Gm/battery cable
Defect Summary
Certain medium duty trucks equipped with the optional caterpillar diesel engine (lg5) option were built with a misrouted battery cable that could come in contact with the exhaust pipe. the conduit and the nylon cable coating could degrade to the point where the copper wire strands of the cable are exposed.
Safety Consequence
If the cable strands contacted the exhaust pipe a short circuit could cause the battery cable coatings to ignite and possibly lead to an engine compartment fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the battery cable for proper routing and reroute the cable if necessary. owner notification began october 25, 2002. 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 02V267000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V267000?
NHTSA recall 02V267000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 1, 2002. It addresses: Gm/battery cable. The recall affects approximately 276 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V267000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02040. 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.