CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
- Risk
- Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
- 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
The headlamp driver module, a part that controls the headlights and daytime running lights, can overheat and fail. When this happens, the headlights and daytime running lights may not illuminate, making it harder for you to see the road ahead and harder for other drivers to see your vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.
If your vehicle is included in this recall, General Motors will notify you by mail, and authorized dealers will replace the headlamp driver module free of charge. You can also contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737, and reference GM recall number 14291.
To check whether your vehicle has an open recall, look up your VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup or your automaker's website, and contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free repair.
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