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Engineering Analysis · Closed

ELECTRICAL SHORT/FIRE

Action number
EA98023
Opened
Oct 7, 1998
Closed
Nov 30, 1998
Outcome
Recall 98V299000

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

This investigation led to a recall

NHTSA links this probe to recall campaign 98V299000.

Campaign 98V299000 predates our recall archive — check NHTSA.gov for details.

What NHTSA is examining

Alleged that the ignition switch wiring harness may be installed so it rubs against the brake pedal mounting bracket.one school bus fire has occurred.

Vehicles under investigation

1993 Chevrolet G Series

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation records, updated daily. An investigation is not a determination that a defect exists; many probes close without a recall.