Safety Recall NHTSA · 03E035000 Reported July 7, 2003

Pioneer/stero amplifiers/overheats

Q: What is recall 03E035000?

NHTSA recall 03E035000 was issued by Pioneer Entertainment, Inc. on July 7, 2003. It addresses: Pioneer/stero amplifiers/overheats. The recall affects approximately 35,869 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Pioneer Entertainment, Inc. · N/A · 35,869 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03E035000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Pioneer Entertainment, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

35,869

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

July 7, 2003

Defect Summary

Pioneer gm series aftermarket car amplifiers model nos gm-x372, gm-x374, gm-x572, gm-x574, gm-x972, and gm-d500m. installation of these car amplifiers in a manner other than as recommended by pioneer may result in the amplifier overheating while in use.

Safety Consequence

Overheating of this equipment can result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Pioneer will provide a refund to the owners of these amplifiers. owner notification began july 9, 2003. owners should contact pioneer customer service at 800-421-1636.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Pioneer Entertainment, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03E035000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 03E035000

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

What is recall 03E035000?

NHTSA recall 03E035000 was issued by Pioneer Entertainment, Inc. on July 7, 2003. It addresses: Pioneer/stero amplifiers/overheats. The recall affects approximately 35,869 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Pioneer Entertainment, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03E035000 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.