Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V283000 Reported October 29, 2002

Gm/windshield wiper motor

General Motors, Llc · Visibility · 1,448 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V283000
Manufacturer Campaign
02051/03C03
Manufacturer
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
1,448
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 29, 2002

Defect Summary

Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles exhibit a condition in which the windshield wiper motor could fail during use because of improper manufacture.

Safety Consequence

If this were to occur in severe weather, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wiper motor assembly. owner notification began november 6, 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 saturn at 1-800-553-6000, prompt #3 or hummer at 1-866-486-6376.

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 General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 02V283000 or campaign 02051/03C03.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V283000

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

What is recall 02V283000?

NHTSA recall 02V283000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 29, 2002. It addresses: Gm/windshield wiper motor. The recall affects approximately 1,448 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V283000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02051/03C03. 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.