Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
06E026000PRO-A MOTORS, INC. E (Equipment)6194404/03/2006OVSCGENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/23/200603/23/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryWithout the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryPro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
NotesThis recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
09E012000SABERSPORT E (Equipment)1627005/11/2009OVSCGENERAL MOTORS CORP.04/07/200904/07/2009571108
Defect SummarySabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence SummaryDecreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummarySabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen.owners 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 .
06E049000CK MOTORSPORT, INC. E (Equipment)2717607/01/2006OVSCGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/24/200606/05/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryWithout the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryCk motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
09E025000DOPE, INC. E (Equipment)4254007/28/2009OVSCGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/11/200905/11/2009571108
Defect SummaryDope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence SummaryDecreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. owners 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 .

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
05160305/16/200310003650Proper installation instructions for the high mounted stop lamp that is integrated in the rear spoiler. some dealers have complained about the lamp not fitting properly or that parts are being damaged during installation. *tt10/27/2003
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS
29100110/29/2001628053Customer concern of premature fog lamp failure. *tt03/05/2002

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BACK UP LIGHTS
08/12/1999210/01/1997
 #1, the front brake rotors warped and the pads were worn. dealer refused to replace under warranty so i paid out of pocket. now second set of rotors and pads is in need of replacement. #2 trunk lid latch could not be opened with key, dealer refused to repair/replace under warranty, so i paid out of pocket. #3 reverse light switch failed, again dealer refused to replace under warranty, i paid out of pocket. switch has gone bad again and i paid to have it replace a second time. #4 driver's door hinges were bent and door did not always close tightly, dealer repaired at no charge. #5 driver's side side had a metal bar sticking through the upholstery into my back. dealer repaired at no charge.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
01/17/19983
 The rear brake lights do not light up.... the turn signals/hazard lights do not work... the abs brake system light is on and the brakes can lock up and severe conditions, on gravel, or on extremely hard stops....*jb
11/03/20041
 Driver's side and passenger's side brake lights failed to come on their own. consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brake light bulbs needed to be replaced. *ak
11/29/1997
 Uneven amount of paint on the rim of the trunk. defective door gasket. inoperative brake lights.
02/12/1998
 When applying the brakes consumer can smell the brakes burning. consumer had problems with the rotors/hood latch and calipers sticking. also, had three mufflers replaced. the headlights went out while driving, and the parking brake won't work. in addition, was having problems with engine rocher arm gasket, and the brake light kept coming on. dealer can't find the problem. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
1
 Upon purchasing the vehicle two weeks later the headlights completely stopped working. the day time running light illuminates the dash, it continuously blinks. took to the dealer. nlm
01/28/2000108/01/1998
 Headlamps failed on interstate,came back on but would flicker, dealer found 4 wires with corrosion. dealer unable to find noise in suspension. *ak
07/14/1998101/01/1998
 There has been one thing wrong after the other ever since i bought this car and i believe it a piece of crap but i guess that i am stuck up it since chevrolet declined my buyback request.
02/12/1998
 When applying the brakes consumer can smell the brakes burning. consumer had problems with the rotors/hood latch and calipers sticking. also, had three mufflers replaced. the headlights went out while driving, and the parking brake won't work. in addition, was having problems with engine rocher arm gasket, and the brake light kept coming on. dealer can't find the problem. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
10/20/2007152500305/01/1998
 Headlight switch has failed 3 times in 3 years. neither low or high beams will work making driving at night unsafe. switch replaced in october 2004, october 2006 and october 2007. the switch from october 2004 had an electrical burning smell coming from it for the two years it was installed while the headlights were turned on. *tr
01/01/2005212/15/1997
 The vehicle's headlamp switch failed and was replaced twice. *nm *sc *jb
02/01/2003870001
 The headlight switch failed.*jb
01/25/2003010/20/2001
 Headlight switch failed. headlights will not go on, (high or low beam) results in unable to drive to and from work at night.
11/11/200001/01/2000
 Headlight switch fails to turn on low beams. *ak
1
 Head light switch failed at night while driving causing poor visibility. nlm
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
05/12/1998109/18/1997
 Turn signals failed.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT
03/01/19985002/01/1998
 No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
5
 Both turn signals and horn do not work, both are inoperable. consumer has contacted dealer five tiems. dealer has made changes to steering column. but, problem still occurs. please provide any further details. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
01/17/19983
 The rear brake lights do not light up.... the turn signals/hazard lights do not work... the abs brake system light is on and the brakes can lock up and severe conditions, on gravel, or on extremely hard stops....*jb

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