Large Recall NHTSA · 03V327000 Reported August 28, 2003

Gm/hazard warning switch

General Motors, Llc · Exterior Lighting · 670,740 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V327000
Manufacturer Campaign
03043
Manufacturer
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
670,740
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 28, 2003

Defect Summary

Certain passenger vehicles have hazard warning switches that may experience solder joint cracking caused by rapid temperature transitions and the soldering process. if solder joint cracking occurs and results in an open circuit, the turn signals/hazard lamps become intermittent or inoperative.

Safety Consequence

When the turn signals are inoperative, the driver cannot use them to signal intent to turn that could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch. owner notification began on february 5, 2004. owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.

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 03V327000 or campaign 03043.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V327000

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

What is recall 03V327000?

NHTSA recall 03V327000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on August 28, 2003. It addresses: Gm/hazard warning switch. The recall affects approximately 670,740 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V327000 or the manufacturer campaign number 03043. 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.