The vehicles impacted by this recall are the Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, the Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, and the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL. GM began investigating this matter in July by reviewing warranty data related to fuel-pump replacements in 2021 model SUVs built between April 2020 and August 2021.
What were the GM ignition switch accidents?
Altogether the scandal left at least 124 people dead and 275 injured in small cars such as the Chevrolet Cobalt and Saturn Ion that were made by the old GM. The defective ignition switches could cause vehicles to stall, and GM recalled more than 2.7 million vehicles in 2014.
What is GM scandal?
On February 6, 2014, General Motors (GM) recalled about 800,000 of its small cars due to faulty ignition switches, which could shut off the engine while the vehicle was in motion and thereby prevent the airbags from inflating. The fault had been known to GM for at least a decade prior to the recall being declared.
Where did General Motors go wrong with the ignition switch recall?
Noticing the problem (2001–2004): GM engineers noticed a defect in the ignition switch for Saturn Ions in 2001 and for Chevrolet Cobalts in 2004 — the ignition could inadvertently switch off while driving if, say, hit by a driver’s knee.
Is there any recalls on a Chevy Cruze 2014?
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles equipped with a 1.4L turbo engine, and manufactured between November 28, 2012, and March 7, 2014. On the affected vehicles, the right front half shaft may fracture and separate. GM’s number for this recall is 14079.
How do I know if my Ford has a recall?
If you think there may be a recall on your Ford vehicle, and it doesn’t appear in a VIN search please contact your local Ford dealership. They should be able to confirm any recall rumors you’ve heard.
How to check GM recalls by VIN number?
After you select a GM brand, you can search GM’s site by zip code, city and state or dealer’s name. You will be taken to another page with the dealer’s information. Call the dealership and ask for the service department. Tell the representative you would like him to check your VIN number to see if a recall has been issued.
What Chevy vehicles are recalled?
The cars involved in the recall are the Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR, Saturn Sky and Ion and the Pontiac G5 and Solstice.
What is a recall on a vehicle?
Simply put, a recall is a vehicle manufacturer’s resolution to a deficiency they’ve discovered in your vehicle. Every vehicle undergoes rigorous and ongoing testing even after they are available for sale and that data is analyzed for ways to make it better, and flaws that it may exhibit.
What is a safety recall?
A safety recall is defined as where the manufacturer recalls the vehicle for safety reasons under the DVSA safety recall scheme. If the manufacturer of your vehicle is a participant in the scheme, this service can indicate if your vehicle may have an outstanding safety recall.
