Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
01V364000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 03/01/2000 to 08/31/2000V (Vehicle)50637704/15/2002ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.12/03/200112/13/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle 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.
Consequence SummaryThe 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.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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 1-800-222-1020, gmc at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
08V231000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 03/01/2000 to 08/31/2000V (Vehicle)586206/17/2008ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/21/200805/22/2008
Defect SummaryGeneral 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.
Consequence SummaryThe 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.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. the recall began on june 17, 2008. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com . note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 01v364).
NotesGm recall no. 01073.customers 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
00502B01/01/200410007905Daytime running lamps (drls) turn off temporarily while the turn signals are activated. *tt07/15/2004
28020102/28/2001619246Some customers may comment that the headlights or interior lights flicker while driving at night. *tt05/21/2001
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
0107304/12/2002636530Information clarifying recall 01073 - stop lamps / hazard lamps inoperative. *tt11/09/2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH
0107304/08/2002634220Product safety recall regarding inoperative stop and hazard lamps for various modles including the 2000-2001 chevy trailblazer. *tt09/28/2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
3170C3170D10010168Instrument panel cluster (ipc) interior and/or head lamps flicker. *tc11/04/2004
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
0107304/08/2002636517Safety recall 01073 regarding the multifunction switch which may develop an open circuit condition with the bottom contact in the hazard switch carrier that results in the stop lamps and hazard lamps becoming inoperative. *tt11/09/2002

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PE01032GENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/06/200112/20/2001LOSS OF STOP LAMP ILLUMINATION01V364000
 Alleged that the brake lamps cease to illuminate without warning
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH
RQ08001GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/28/200807/09/2008HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE08V231000
 On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v-364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v-364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. on may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v-364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new nhtsa recall number 08v-231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. the remedy part for both 01v-364 and 08v-231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v-364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - UNIT
RQ08001GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/28/200807/09/2008HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE08V231000
 On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v-364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v-364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. on may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v-364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new nhtsa recall number 08v-231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. the remedy part for both 01v-364 and 08v-231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v-364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
05/11/2011130000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2001 gmc jimmy. the contact stated that the exterior brake light switch failed. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who replaced the brake light switch yet, the failure recurred. the dealer was contacted and informed her that there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v231000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch) but her vin was not included in the recall. the manufacturer was contacted who offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 130,000. kmj
05/11/2011130000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2001 gmc jimmy. the contact stated the exterior brake light switch fail. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop who replaced the brake light switch at a cost to the contact. the brake light switch has failed again. the dealer was contacted and informed her there was a recall nhtsa campaign id number: 08v231000; component: exterior lighting: brake lights: switch. gm recall no. 01073. but her vin was not included in the recall she would have to pay to repair the failure. the manufacturer was contacted who informed her to contact nhtsa and offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 130,000....mw
10/01/2009150001
 2001 gmc jimmy recall no.01073 stop/hazard lamps this was replaced on my jimmy before i owned it . i t went bad again . i contacted a chevy/gmc dealer and gmc and was told that nothing could be done since it was already replaced. this is a safety hazard since i had no brake lights so i had my mechanic replace the part which cost me $265.31 i think i should get a reimbursement since this was a safety recall.even if it was replaced once ,it has failed again. nhtsa campaign id # 08v231000 mfr's report date :may21,2008 nhtsa action #rq08001 i am hoping you can look into this matter and allow me a refund. gmc gave me a case # 71-762-63641. *tr
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
01/27/2007112000101/02/2001
 Nhtsa campaign #01v364000 addressed a problem with the brake lights on my vehicle. my vehicle received the service specified by the recall on 4-30-02. now my vehicle has the condition (failure of the right and left brake lights but not the center brake light) which led to the recall. my position is that the failure is due to a known design flaw which was addressed in a recall. the recall repair did not remedy the problem as evidenced by the current failure. the dealers position is that they did the recall service and are no longer responsible. *nm
03/01/2002
 While driving consumer brake lights were not working. consumer heard about a recall took to dealer and dealer stated that they would check vehicle for recall. please provide any further information.*ak
08/08/2002
 Nhtsa recall 01v364000/ manufacturer's recall 01073 for multifunction switch failure. brakes lights have intermittently gone out. brake lights did not illuminate to alert other drivers that vehicle was slowing down or stopping. for the multi switch the vehicle was taken in 3 times to dealer before recall was issued. please add more information.*ak
09/10/2001211/01/2000
 Brake lights have gone out twice. co-worker having same problem with 2001 blazer. *ak
07/06/2001102/01/2001
 At 12,270 miles we had no brake lights taken to the dealer and he replaced the turn signal and said that was the problem. that was in june. on july 6, 2001 the dash board lights flashed several times lighting all of the guages showing that the engine was not running, but it was still running. engine light stayed on. took the vehicle to the dealer who found multiple trans dtc's internal failure replace ignition switch and performed relearn. i am concerned that this vehicle will have more defects, please let me know if others are having the same problem. thank you.*ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
06/02/20091020001
 Tl*the contact owns a 2001 gmc jimmy. while driving approximately 25 mph, the contact detected smoke coming from the steering column. suddenly, the rear brake light system activated without the brakes being applied. the brake lights remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the failure occurred intermittently and the dealer was notified of the malfunctions. the vehicle was previously repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 08v231000 (exterior lighting:brake lights;switch); however, the remedy has not corrected the issue. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 102,000. updated 10/06/09 *bf the consumer stated he purchased the parts and had the dealer replace the combination and ignition switch. updated 10/08/09
12/20/200559000106/01/2005
 Dt: the contact stated the vehicle had the same problems as indicated in nhtsa recall campaign 01v364000 concerning brake lights: switch. however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. *ak
05/01/200540000106/15/2001
 Dt: 2001 gmc jimmy, faulty brake lights. the brake lights failed to operate, causing consumer's vehicle to be rear end, later the consumer found the brake lights had been recalled. manufacturer had not informed the consumer. the consumer was the original owner. manufacturer fixed the brake light problem, but would not rememberise the consumer for the other damage caused by the faulty brake lights. *ak *jb
10/11/20032005/23/2001
 Problems with my 2001 gmc jimmy have been numerous including ignition switch, wheel bearings, clanking noise, roaring noise, windshield wiper failure, windshield wiper hose failure, battery, a/c, and so on. currently, my vehicle clanks approximately 15 minutes after turning off the engine and my a/c does not work properly at all times. dealership consistently says there's nothing wrong however i have had the vehicle for 2+ years and i know my car. *la
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
03/31/20051
 The multi-function switch developed an open circuit condition that resulted in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. this occurred because the dealership failed to replace the hazard switch carrier as stated in recall 01v364000. they only inspected the part and closed the campaign. currently, the defect occurred they charged to consumer to replaced the part due to the campaign being closed.*ak
03/05/200450000112/05/2003
 I was pulled over by a police and given a ticket for no brakes lights. i knew that i had checked my brake lights periodically and they had worked. took it in to be check out and found that the multi-function switch was not operating correctly. my mechanic stated that in the last 6 months that he replaced several of these. i called gmc and spoke with a gentleman and told him that i just paid $394 for this part and he stated that it was recalled and to send my receipts and i could get reimbursed. now i got a denial letter stating that they are not going to give me my refund and i am very upset. $400 is a whole paycheck to me. *jb
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
07/07/2001402/01/2001
 I previously reported 2 other failures refr to odi number 748064 this time my dome light stayed on and would not shut off i pushed the dome override button several times to shut the light off when i did all of my headlights and dash lights went out. i had to us the override headlight switch to turn on my lights. we took it to the dealer and they ordered a new headlight switch. as of the present time they have replaced my turn signal switch, my ignition switch, and now will be replacing the headlight switch. i feel these problems could endanger other owners. could someone please contact me and let me know if i am the only person who is having problems so i can tell if this is just my vehicle or are others having problems. thank you, you may call during the daytime at my work. again thank you for your help
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
10/11/20032005/23/2001
 Problems with my 2001 gmc jimmy have been numerous including ignition switch, wheel bearings, clanking noise, roaring noise, windshield wiper failure, windshield wiper hose failure, battery, a/c, and so on. currently, my vehicle clanks approximately 15 minutes after turning off the engine and my a/c does not work properly at all times. dealership consistently says there's nothing wrong however i have had the vehicle for 2+ years and i know my car. *la
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT
07/06/2001102/01/2001
 At 12,270 miles we had no brake lights taken to the dealer and he replaced the turn signal and said that was the problem. that was in june. on july 6, 2001 the dash board lights flashed several times lighting all of the guages showing that the engine was not running, but it was still running. engine light stayed on. took the vehicle to the dealer who found multiple trans dtc's internal failure replace ignition switch and performed relearn. i am concerned that this vehicle will have more defects, please let me know if others are having the same problem. thank you.*ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
08/08/2002
 Nhtsa recall 01v364000/ manufacturer's recall 01073 for multifunction switch failure. brakes lights have intermittently gone out. brake lights did not illuminate to alert other drivers that vehicle was slowing down or stopping. for the multi switch the vehicle was taken in 3 times to dealer before recall was issued. please add more information.*ak

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