PRIME TIME LACROSSE 2012: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| Make : PRIME TIME | Model : LACROSSE | Year : 2012 |
| Build Dates : 2010-11-16 - 2012-06-14 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 13V173000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2013-06-11 | Date Received by ODI: 2013-05-06 | Date Added to Database: 2013-05-06 |
| Manufacturers Involved: General Motors, LLC | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 13136 | ||
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 42904 | ||
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Summary:
General Motors "GM" is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module "GCM" may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light. |
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Consequence:
If the vehicle is continued to be driven, the engine may stall and/or the vehicle may not start. In addition, there may be a burning or melting odor, smoke, and possibly a fire in the trunk. |
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Remedy:
GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13136. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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