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- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 10, 2012, to August 2, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the console transmission gear selection indicator may not illuminate the shift position selected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Position Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."
- Risk
- If the console shift indicator does not illuminate the transmission gear selection, a driver could inadvertently select a transmission position other than the position the driver intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the transmission gear selection control module, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 12162.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles built between April and August 2012, the console gear selection indicator may fail to light up to show the gear you have selected. Without a clear display, you could select a gear other than the one you intended, which increases the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected vehicle, General Motors will replace the transmission gear selection control module at no cost through authorized dealers. You can also contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, referencing GM recall number 12162. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your car is included.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 |
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