Southern comfort/heating and airconditioning
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: chevrolet and gmc conversion vans equipped with twin air "ultra" rear heating and air conditioning units and converted by southern comfort conversions. the heater and air conditioning units contain a resistor coil that can overheat when the fan is running at a low speed.
Safety Consequence
This could cause a fire within the unit.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the resistor coil in these units.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Southern Comfort Conversions, Inc. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 98V029000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V029000?
NHTSA recall 98V029000 was issued by Southern Comfort Conversions, Inc. on February 11, 1998. It addresses: Southern comfort/heating and airconditioning. The recall affects approximately 276 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Southern Comfort Conversions, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V029000 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.