Car companies have a habit of recalling their vehicles for various reasons, but one of the more common ones is faulty ignitions. Ignition problems can lead to a number of dangerous issues, including driving without headlights and crashing into other cars. In this blog post, we will take a look at which GM cars are currently being recalled due to ignition problems. From the Chevrolet Volt to the Buick LaCrosse, be sure to read through to find out what you need to know in order to avoid being affected.
What are GM’s Recalls?
On this page, we will list all of the General Motors (GM) recall campaigns that have been announced so far. We will also give a general overview of each recall and what consumers can expect. Finally, we will provide a list of GM vehicles that are being recalled and the issue that is causing them to be recalled.
The Number of Vehicles Affected by the Recalls
In the past month, General Motors has recalled a total of 1.6 million vehicles in North America for issues with their ignition switches. The problem is that if the ignition switch is not properly closed, it could cause the engine to stall, potentially leading to a crash. This recall impacts cars built between 2001 and 2006 and includes a wide range of models including the Buick LaCrosse, Chevrolet Impala, Pontiac Grand Prix, Saturn Sky and Cadillac CTS. GM has also issued an advisory for all brands of trucks with V8 engines, noting that these trucks might also be at risk from the defective switches.
This number is much higher than what GM had originally anticipated when they first received reports of the defect back in February. At that time, only 1,000 cars were believed to have been affected. However, as investigations have continued it has become clear that there are actually millions of vehicles potentially impacted by this issue. In order to help prevent any accidents from happening as a result of this defect, GM is urging owners of these vehicles to take action and have their switches replaced as soon as possible.
What to Do If Your Vehicle is Recalled
If you’re driving a car made by General Motors, there’s a good chance it’s been recalled. In fact, the automaker has issued recalls for nearly 20 million vehicles globally since March of this year. Here’s what to do if your car is one of them:
First, stop driving it and take it to a GM dealer or your local mechanic.
Second, check the recall summary sheet that came with your vehicle. It will tell you what needs to be done and when.
If you can’t find the summary sheet, call GM customer service at 1-800-873-5298 and they can help you out.
Third, start taking pictures of all the components on your car that might need to be replaced as part of the recall. This includes everything from the steering wheel to the brake pads. You’ll need these photos to prove that your car needs repairs.
Don’t forget to take pictures of any damage that happened while your car was in the shop getting fixed! This will help document why your car needed repairs in the first place.
How to Deal With a GM Recall
If you’re driving a car that’s been recalled, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, the recall may require your car to be taken in for repair. Second, if your car is fixed and still has issues, you may need to take it to the dealer again for another recall update. Finally, be sure to report any problems with your car as soon as possible so that updates can be made and more cars can be recalled.