NHTSA Recall # | 87454 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 09V036000 |
MFG Compaign # | 80317 |
Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Supplier | PONTIAC |
Brand | PONTIAC |
Model | G6 |
Model Year | 2005 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
Date of notification | 17/02/09 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/01/05 |
End date of manufacturing | 31/01/05 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 30/01/09 |
Report created | 30/01/09 |
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FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 8012 |
Defect 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. |
Consequence summary | 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. |
Corrective action | 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 . |