NHTSA Recall 09V036000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V036000; Date: Jan. 30, 2009
Brake lamps that are not operating properly may not warn a driver in a following vehicle of the braking status and could lead to a crash without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2005 Pontiac G6; 2006 Pontiac G6
Component: Exterior Lighting:brake Lights
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 8,012
Recall Summary:
Gm is recalling 8,012 my 2005-2006 pontiac g6 vehicles. The brake lamps may not operate properly because of corrosion in a wiring connector. Corrosion in the connector could cause the brake lamps to illuminate when the brake pedal has not been depressed, or the lamps may not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed. In addition, the cruise control may not engage, and greater brake pedal force may be required to shift the vehicle out of park.
How to Fix:
Dealers will apply a dielectric lubricant to the connector to prevent corrosion. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The recall began on February 17, 2009. Owners may contact pontiac at 1- 800-620-7668 or owner center at www. Gmownercenter. Com.
Recall Notes:
Gm recall no. 80317. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 17, 2009
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