Thursday, May 15, 2014
Chevy Transmission Problems
Chevrolet transmission problems led General Motors to recall 276,729 automobiles in 2009, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affected 2009 model year Chevy Colbat, HHR, Malibu and Traverse vehicles.
Safety Defect
These 2009 Chevrolets were recalled for failing to comply with Federal safety standards. Per the NHTSA, there is a safety risk that the transmission shift cable adjustment clip might not be fully engaged. This could result in a serious problem if the driver shifts to "Park," and removes the ignition key, but the transmission gear isnt really in "Park" mode.
Risk
The driver might not be able to restart the car, and theres a risk that the car could roll away after the driver has left the vehicle not knowing the transmission gear is not in park, according to the NHTSA. The latter could result in personal injury or property damage.
Remedy
Registered vehicle owners should have received notification of the recall by mail around March 24, 2009. Mailed notifications contained information on where and when to bring the recalled vehicles. Authorized dealers were instructed to inspect the affected vehicles to ensure that the shift cable adjustment clips fully engage and make repairs at no charge.
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