This week, General Motors announced that it would be recalling over 1.6 million cars in the United States for the ignition switch. The recall is the largest in GM’s history and it has raised a lot of questions about how this could have happened and what GM can do to prevent this from happening again. In this blog post, we will explore some of the key details about GM’s ignition switch recall and what you can do to protect yourself and your vehicle.
What is a Recall
A recall is a formal action by a company to address safety issues with its products. Recalls can be issued for products such as cars, appliances, and food. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulates recalls and sets guidelines for companies.
In the U.S., automakers must submit recalls to the DOT within five days of learning of a problem with a product. The DOT then decides whether to issue a recall or not based on the severity of the issue, how widespread it is, and whether it’s possible to fix the problem without requiring customers to return their vehicles.
Here are some of the most recent GM recalls:
On June 10, 2016, GM announced a recall of 1.5 million Chevrolet Cruze sedans worldwide due to an ignition switch defect that could result in vehicles randomly shutting off while driving.
On December 3, 2015, GM announced a recall of 2.6 million Cadillac CTS and CTS-V sedans worldwide due to an ignition switch defect that could result in vehicles randomly shutting off while driving.
On November 20, 2015, GM announced a recall of 1 million Chevrolet Sonic subcompacts worldwide due to an engine stall hazard that could result in
How Many Cars Were Recalled
In the past year, General Motors has recalled over 2.5 million vehicles for a defective ignition switch. The recall is one of the largest in automotive history and could lead to significant safety concerns if not addressed.
What is the ignition switch?
The ignition switch is a component of a car that controls how the engine starts. Chevrolet, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru and Toyota are all involved in the GM recall. The defect can cause the car to not start or to stall while driving.
How widespread is the problem?
The number of cars recalled for this defect is staggering. According to GM’s own data there have been 2.5 million vehicles recalled for this issue since 2014. This number does not take into account other recalls that are related to this issue such as those for seatbelt installation or airbags . If we look at just North America , GM has already recalled 1.3 million vehicles in this time period alone.
Why Was The Recall Issued?
General Motors has issued a recall for certain model year 2011-2015 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac G6 cars. The recall is related to an issue with the ignition switch, which could cause the car to suddenly stop running. GM says they know of at least 13 accidents and two fatalities as a result of this issue.
The automaker is urging anyone who owns one of these models to take it in for inspection and ensure that the ignition switch has been replaced as part of the recall process. If you have any questions about your car or the recall, you can contact GM at 1-800-853-1403 or visit their website for more information.
What Customers Should Do If They Own A Vehicle That Was Recalled
If you have a GM car that was recalled for the ignition switch, there are a few things you should do. First, make sure to take your car in for an inspection. Second, if you experience any issues with your car after the recall was issued, be sure to contact GM customer service. Finally, keep track of your recalls by signing up for the GM Recall Notification Service.
Conclusion
GM is recalling over 1 million cars for the ignition switch. This recall affects 2017-2018 Cruze, Cobalt and SS models. If your car is affected, you should take it in to be fixed as soon as possible.