General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V036000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V036000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 8,012 affected units, BRAKE LAMPS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

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.

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V036000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2009-01-30T00:00:00

Subject: Brake lamps not working properly

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 8,012

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 80317

Recall Type: Vehicle

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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-3fi6~muad~7rev

NHTSA ID: 09V036000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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