Safety Recall NHTSA · 98V144000 Reported June 26, 1998

Gm/fmvss 104

General Motors, Llc · Visibility · 1,059 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
98V144000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
1,059
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 26, 1998

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the windshield wiper motor 'low' speed function can become inoperative when the motor is switched from 'high' to 'low' speed.

Safety Consequence

If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, the driver's visibility could be affected.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover which contains the microprocessor.

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 98V144000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 98V144000

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

What is recall 98V144000?

NHTSA recall 98V144000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 26, 1998. It addresses: Gm/fmvss 104. The recall affects approximately 1,059 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 98V144000 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.