NHTSA Recall 13V173000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V173000; Date: May. 6, 2013
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Buick Lacrosse; 2013 Buick Lacrosse; 2012 Buick Regal; 2013 Buick Regal; 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: General Motors Llc
Affected Units:: 42,904
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 11, 2013
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