Back Up Alarm Problems of Cadillac Escalade

On general motors cars that light the backup lights while parked and remote lock and unlock are activated. Pedestrians and drivers stop as if the vehicle may back up which should be a proper reaction. I have even taught my children this, people now have a tendency to ignore the backup lamps on vehicles in parking lots as well as creating inconvenient situations as cars and pedestrians stop for unoccupied vehicles. I have found myself driving past these vehicles when they are attempting to backup creating a close call. I know this seems trivial but I see potential problems and it seems to me a simple computer reflash could solve this disturbing trend. In the vehicle description I chose Cadillac Escalade though it seems to be most gm products.

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The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Escalade. While driving in reverse at 5 mph, the contact struck a pole. The parking assistance system (lights and chimes) was defective and did not work. He noticed the pole in the rear back-up camera, but did not know that the parking assistance system did not work at the time. The vehicle sustained damage to the rear bumper. General motors repaired the system and informed him that the damage was his responsibility. He is currently waiting for the part to arrive in order to repair the vehicle. The current mileage was 500 and failure mileage was 300. The consumer stated the defect has since been repaired but feels the manufacturer is at fault due to the faulty utility enhancement system and would like to be reimbursed for the cost of the vehicle, however the manufacturer stated the accident was the consumer's fault. Updated 11/20/07.

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