2005-2006 Pontiac G6 recall: brake lights
General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on January 30, 2009. It covers about 8,012 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 8,012
- reported
- Jan 30, 2009
- owners notified
- Feb 17, 2009
- related complaints
- 262
Exterior lighting: brake lights
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 8,012 my 2005-2006 pontiac g6 vehicles. The brake lamps may not operate properly because of corrosion in a wiring connector. Corrosion in the connector could cause the brake lamps to illuminate when the brake pedal has not been depressed, or the lamps may not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed. In addition, the cruise control may not engage, and greater brake pedal force may be required to shift the vehicle out of park.
- Risk
- Brake lamps that are not operating properly may not warn a driver in a following vehicle of the braking status and could lead to a crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will apply a dielectric lubricant to the connector to prevent corrosion. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The recall began on february 17, 2009. Owners may contact pontiac at 1- 800‑620‑7668 or owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 09V036000
Affected vehicles
- Pontiac G6 2005-2006 20052006
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 262 complaints about lights problems.
Questions about recall 09V036000
Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Pontiac G6 brake lights?
Yes. Recall 09V036000, reported on January 30, 2009, covers about 8,012 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V036000?
Dealers will apply a dielectric lubricant to the connector to prevent corrosion. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The recall began on february 17, 2009. Owners may contact pontiac at 1- 800‑620‑7668 or owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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