Recall 96V-250
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1995 to 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier and 3 other models: Exterior lighting (hazard flashing warning lights).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-250
- Reported
- December 17, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 270,014 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The front and/or rear hazard warning lamps (four-way flashers) do not flash when the hazard switch is activated. This fails to comply with fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
If these lamps were not flashing, other vehicles would not be aware that this vehicle was stopped increasing the risk of an accident.
The fix
Dealers or vehicle owners will inspect for proper function of the hazard warning lamps. If necessary, dealers will replace the hazard lamp switch.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification will begin during january 1997. Note: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 pontiac at 1-[removed], oldsmobile at 1-[removed], or chevrolet at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Cavalier 1995 to 1996
- Oldsmobile Achieva 1996
- Pontiac Grand AM 1996
- Pontiac Sunfire 1995 to 1996