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 09/01/1999 to 07/31/2000V (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 09/01/1999 to 07/31/2000V (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
3170E10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb202/16/2006
05084200303/01/200510015013High intensity discharge (hid) headlamps - disposal instructions. *ttt05/13/2005
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
09/15/2011165000
 Hazard switch interfering with turn signal operation - the right turn signal became inoperative - all bulbs lit up except for the right side marker light when the right turn signal was turned on; however, the marker light and all others that are supposed to flashed with the 4-way flashers. all bulbs and the flasher unit was replaced with negative results. during further examination on 9/23/11 when the flasher switch was jiggled the turn signal began working and then stopped but then worked again each time that the turn signal switch was jiggled. there has been a recall for a similar issue where the hazard switch interfered with the stop lamps - campaign id number: 08v231000. two dealerships and oldsmobile were contacted regarding this and the answer was that there are no open recalls for this vehicle. one of them mentioned that a recall had been done in a year prior to 2008 which involved replacing the hazard switch. an oldsmobile rep stated that the 2008 recall only pertained to vehicles with certain vin numbers but could not confirm that the replacement hazard switch installed in a previous recall was not from the same stock as the switch installed in the vehicles that had the hazard switch replaced in the 2008 recall.
09/19/20081280001
 I purchased a used 2000 oldsmobile bravada in june 2008. the vehicle passed state required inspection with no issues. on 9/19/08 the stop lamps unexpectedly blew all four bulbs and the stop lamps now do not work at all even with new bulbs installed. upon doing internet search for causes and repair solutions, i found that there had been a recall in 2001 regarding stop lamp/hazard flasher switch failures. i called a local dealer and they informed me that the hazard flasher switch had been replaced during the first recall and they could not do the repair again, however, i also found that a new recall had been issued in 2008 for the same issue. i have replaced the bulbs and stop lamp switch with no resolution to the failure of the stop lamps. the dealership says it will cost me $100 to get the wiring checked and i will be responsible for the cost of repairs. if this is an ongoing issue with the lighting i believe that the testing should be at no cost. failure of the stop lamps puts my family at serious risk of injury if vehicles behind me are not able to know that i am stopping. the highmount lights,flashers,back up lights and turn signals are not affected...only the lower stop lamps. i also have an issue with multi function turn signal switch being loose on steering column. i have purchased the part but have not had it installed as of the date of this letter. when engaging the switch to make a right turn the windshield wipers come on. this only happens when making a right turn. *tr
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
11/03/20039700011/03/2003
 I recently purchased a my2000 oldsmobile bravada from a private party. upon driving the vehicle home, i realized that the brake lights did not function. upon further investigation, i found that the hazard flashers also did not work. i found a recall notice on the nhtsa website which covers this vehicle, which describes the malfunction perfectly. upon contacting the oldsmobile division of general motors, i was told by the customer service representative that the vehicle in question had been repaired in 2001 as required by the recall campaign. when i informed the individual that the vehicle again had the same malfunction, i was told that since gm had satisfied the requirement to repair the vehicle already, it would be my responsibility to take it to a dealer and have it repaired at my cost. my concern is that there are likely others who have had the same problem repaired by a gm dealer, and are unaware that the problem exists again with their. driving a vehicle without brake lights is extremely dangerous. i strongly believe that this needs to be looked at again, as the 'fix' performed did not cure the problem long term.
12/09/2001202/01/2000
 This is second failure of this brake light module*ak
01/01/20000
 Vehicle has no brake lights or signal lights. dealership is aware of problem. also, multi switch needs to be replaced. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
01/28/200975008
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile bravada. the rear brake lights failed which made it difficult for another driver to know that the vehicle was braking and/or stopped which could avoid a crash. the dealer repaired the vehicle according to recall # 08v231000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). the contact was responsible for paying $372.00 for the repair. the manufacturer stated that he should not have paid for the repair and they would reimburse him; however, shortly afterwards a representative denied reimbursement stating that his vehicle was excluded in the recall. the contact has not received a reimbursement. the failure mileage was 75,008 and the current mileage was 75,667.
10/02/20003
 Brake light switch had to be replaced 3 times. at this time switch has failed again. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS - SWITCH
10/04/19991
 The fiberclass cover on the front bumper assembly does not fit properly. the cover vibrates approximately one half inch in an up and down direction. the fog lights are attached to this cover also, and vibrate with it. contacts with the dealer and manufacturer have produced no solutions to this problem. i was told by two different dealers that all 2000 bravadas are built like that. the oldsmobile complaint line suggested that i inform you of the problem. since it is a manufacturers defect and will probably not cause a fatal accident i figure you will file this complaint in the big round circular file. thanks. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
03/16/200764000302/15/2006
 Tl*- the contact stated that 2000 oldsmobile bravadas were recalled under notice 01v364006, but his vehicle's vin was not included. the contact stated that the flashers, brake lights and turn signals did not work due to same failure that was stated in recall 01v364006. the vehicle has not been repaired as of yet. the failure and current mileage were both 64,000. *ak the consumer vehicle was not included in the recall. updated 04/09/07. *jb
11/03/20039700011/03/2003
 I recently purchased a my2000 oldsmobile bravada from a private party. upon driving the vehicle home, i realized that the brake lights did not function. upon further investigation, i found that the hazard flashers also did not work. i found a recall notice on the nhtsa website which covers this vehicle, which describes the malfunction perfectly. upon contacting the oldsmobile division of general motors, i was told by the customer service representative that the vehicle in question had been repaired in 2001 as required by the recall campaign. when i informed the individual that the vehicle again had the same malfunction, i was told that since gm had satisfied the requirement to repair the vehicle already, it would be my responsibility to take it to a dealer and have it repaired at my cost. my concern is that there are likely others who have had the same problem repaired by a gm dealer, and are unaware that the problem exists again with their. driving a vehicle without brake lights is extremely dangerous. i strongly believe that this needs to be looked at again, as the 'fix' performed did not cure the problem long term.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH
09/19/20081280001
 I purchased a used 2000 oldsmobile bravada in june 2008. the vehicle passed state required inspection with no issues. on 9/19/08 the stop lamps unexpectedly blew all four bulbs and the stop lamps now do not work at all even with new bulbs installed. upon doing internet search for causes and repair solutions, i found that there had been a recall in 2001 regarding stop lamp/hazard flasher switch failures. i called a local dealer and they informed me that the hazard flasher switch had been replaced during the first recall and they could not do the repair again, however, i also found that a new recall had been issued in 2008 for the same issue. i have replaced the bulbs and stop lamp switch with no resolution to the failure of the stop lamps. the dealership says it will cost me $100 to get the wiring checked and i will be responsible for the cost of repairs. if this is an ongoing issue with the lighting i believe that the testing should be at no cost. failure of the stop lamps puts my family at serious risk of injury if vehicles behind me are not able to know that i am stopping. the highmount lights,flashers,back up lights and turn signals are not affected...only the lower stop lamps. i also have an issue with multi function turn signal switch being loose on steering column. i have purchased the part but have not had it installed as of the date of this letter. when engaging the switch to make a right turn the windshield wipers come on. this only happens when making a right turn. *tr
10/13/200477000103/01/2000
 The consumer experienced the same problem as stated in recall 01v364000 concerning multi function switch. the dealership would not repair the problem free of charge because the vin was not included. *ak *sc *jb
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
01/01/20000
 Vehicle has no brake lights or signal lights. dealership is aware of problem. also, multi switch needs to be replaced. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
04/04/2005107/07/2003
 I own a 2000 olds bravada suv, i recently had a problam with my turn signals and took the back to the dealership for repair. they said i had a short in the switch and repaired it.i paid the bill. when i got home i started some research on the internet.the part number 26100837 switch (turn signal / hazard switch) appears to be the same part that was listed in a recall notice from gm by the national highway safety admin. my question is , is this the same part, and should i have to pay for a recalled item?*ak
01/01/20000
 Vehicle has no brake lights or signal lights. dealership is aware of problem. also, multi switch needs to be replaced. *ak

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