Gm/heater hose clip
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a 3.8l v6 engine. some of these vehicles were built without a heater hose clip which could allow the hose to sag and contact the oxygen sensor resulting in a coolant leak.
Safety Consequence
If a coolant leak were to occur, and leaking coolant contacted the hot exhaust manifold, an engine compartment fire could result.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a heater hose clip.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 98V241000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V241000?
NHTSA recall 98V241000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 5, 1998. It addresses: Gm/heater hose clip. The recall affects approximately 2,732 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 98V241000 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.