Gm/rear floor pan weld
Defect Summary
Certain sport utility vehicles are missing welds on the rear floor plan.
Safety Consequence
In a crash, missing welds could degrade performance of the third row seat and safety belt anchorage and occupants could receive greater injuries.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the vehicle for missing welds. if missing welds are found, gm will exchange the vehicle for an equivalent vehicle or provide a refund of the purchase price. owner notification began october 4, 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 Structure.
FAQ: Recall 02V273000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V273000?
NHTSA recall 02V273000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 4, 2002. It addresses: Gm/rear floor pan weld. The recall affects approximately 46 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V273000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02045. 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.