Engine oil dripping on manifold may cause fire
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 chevrolet lumina and oldsmobile intrigue, 1997-2004 buick regal and pontiac grand prix, 2000-2004 chevrolet impala, and 1998-2004 chevrolet monte carlo vehicles. the affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08v-118, 09v-116, and 15v-201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
Safety Consequence
Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
The remedy applied under recalls 08v-118, 09v-116, and 15v-201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and gasket. vehicles that are covered by recalls 08v-118, 09v-116, or 15v-201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. the recall began on february 19, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, oldsmobile customer service at 1-800-442-6537 and pontiac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. gm's number for this recall is 15757. note: until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
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FAQ: Recall 15V701000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V701000?
NHTSA recall 15V701000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 26, 2015. It addresses: Engine oil dripping on manifold may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 1,003,556 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V701000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15757. 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.