Recall 01V-364
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2000 to 2002 Chevrolet Blazer and 2 other models: Exterior lighting (hazard flashing warning lights, switch); Exterior lighting (brake lights, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 01V-364
- Reported
- December 3, 2001
- Vehicles affected
- 506,377 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.
The risk
The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. Owner notification will be conducted in two phases. The first phase began april 15, 2002, with mailings to owners of 2000 and early 2001 vehicles. The second mailing phase will be to remaining 2001 and 2002 vehicles. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-[removed], GMC at 1-[removed], or oldsmobile at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Blazer 2000 to 2002
- GMC Jimmy 2000 to 2001
- Oldsmobile Bravada 2000 to 2001