Chevrolet in the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
The short version
General Motors LLC reported a problem with the electrical system ignition. Here is what owners need to know.
In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position could cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Note: Until the recall has been performed, it is very important that drivers adjust their seat and steering column to allow clearance between their knee and the ignition key, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 14V-540.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2011–2013 | Chevrolet Caprice |
| 2008–2009 | Pontiac G8 |
What changed
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- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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