Portable automotive gps products/overheats
Defect Summary
Garmin is recalling certain nuvi model portable automotive gps products sold for use as aftermarket equipment and sold and installed as original equipment in certain passenger vehicles that contain third-party lithium-ion batteries manufactured in a certain date range. in rare circumstances the batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
Safety Consequence
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Garmin will notify owners of record and technicians will repair the gps units by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. garmin also plans to launch a public notification campaign that will include press releases and website postings, among other materials. the safety recall began on august 23, 2010. owners may contact garmin's nuvi battery recall information line at 1-866-957-1981.
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FAQ: Recall 10E039000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10E039000?
NHTSA recall 10E039000 was issued by Garmin International, Inc. on August 20, 2010. It addresses: Portable automotive gps products/overheats. The recall affects approximately 736,343 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Garmin International, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10E039000 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.