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Recall 08V-231

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2000 to 2002 Chevrolet Blazer and 2 other models: Exterior lighting (brake lights, switch).

At a glance

Campaign number
08V-231
Reported
May 21, 2008
Vehicles affected
5,862 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

General motors is recalling 5,862 my 2000-2002 chevrolet blazer, my 2000-2001 GMC jimmy, and my 2000 oldsmobile bravada 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. The recall began on june 17, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-[removed], GMC at 1-[removed], or oldsmobile at 1-[removed], or through their website at <a href=[link removed] . Note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 01v364).

Notes from the manufacturer

GM recall no. 01073.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles