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GM's public perception has gone down like the Hindenberg not performed to design this year on account of the ongoing recall fiasco. Not only were there millions and millions of cars in need of recalls, but some of the flaws involved had already resulted in deaths and lawsuits that GM settled out of court. This powder keg not performing to design finally blew up, and everybody at GM has had to deal with the horrific consequences.
Just in case you missed something, we've rounded up the list of every recall that affected the North American market this year, so that you don't end up driving a rolling sarcophagus car that does not perform to design.
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January
Date: 13th
Models: 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra
Problem: Exhaust components could overheat and cause a fire.
Affected Vehicles: 377,888
Date: 23rd
Models: 2014 Chevrolet Trax and Tracker
Problem: Fuel line connector can leak and cause a fire.
Affected Vehicles: 2,069
February
Date: 20th
Models: 2014 Buick Enclave, LaCrosse, Regal, and Verano, 2014 Chevrolet Cruze, Impala, Malibu, and Traverse, 2014 GMC Acadia
Problem: Transmission cable can disconnect from shift lever.
Affected Vehicles: 388
Date: 25th
Models: 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, Pursuit; 2003-2007 Saturn ION; 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR; 2006-2007 Pontiac Solstice; 2007 Saturn Sky, Opel/Vauxhall GT, Daewoo G2x
Problem: Ignition switch flaw can cause the vehicle to shut off unexpectedly, disabling safety features and power steering and braking.
Affected Vehicles: 1,620,665
March
Date: 17th
Models: 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS
Problem: Brake system part can dislodge, potentially triggering corrosion, a short circuit and fire.
Affected Vehicles: 66,218
Date: 17th
Models: 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana
Problem: Dashboard design can increase the risk of injury in some crashes.
Affected Vehicles: 357,553
Date: 17th
Models: 2008-2013 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, Saturn Outlook
Problem: Design flaw can cause the side-impact air bag and seat belt restraint to malfunction in a crash.
Affected Vehicles: 1,334,986
Date: 28th
Models: 2014 Cadillac ELR
Problem: Electronic stability control, which reduces the risk of rollover crashes, can turn off without warning.
Affected Vehicles: 662
Date: 28th
Models: 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR; 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5 and Solstice, Saturn Sky and Opel GT; 2008-2009 Daewoo G2X
Problem: Ignition switch recall expanded to additional vehicles.
Affected Vehicles: 970,741
Date: 28th
Models: Some 2013-2014 Chevrolet Cruze
Problem: Axle half shaft can fracture, cutting off power to one of the wheels.
Affected Vehicles: 197,327
Date: 28th
Models: Some 2014 Chevrolet Sierra and Silverado; 2015 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Yukon XL
Problem: An improperly sealed transmission line can leak, causing a fire risk.
Affected Vehicles: 559,249
Date: 31st
Models: 2004-2006 Chevrolet Malibu, Malibu Maxx and Pontiac G6; 2004-2007 Saturn ION; 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6 and Saturn Aura; 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt; 2009-2010 Chevrolet HHR
Problem: Unexpected loss of power steering can lead to a crash.
Affected Vehicles: 1,508,445
April
Date: 9th
Models: 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2003-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn ION, 2007-2010 Saturn Sky
Problem: Ignition cylinder flaw can cause the key to unexpectedly fall out.
Affected Vehicles: 2,591,406
Date: 19th
Models: 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe
Problem: A part manufactured and recalled by Toyota was used in some Vibe steering columns and could cause the airbag to disconnect and fail to deploy.
Affected Vehicles: 40,514
Date: 24th
Models: 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD
Problem: Fuel pipes may be improperly connected, which can cause a fire.
Affected Vehicles: 59
Date: 24th
Models: 2013 Cadillac SRX
Problem: A programming error can cause a three to four second delay in acceleration.
Affected Vehicles: 56,367
Date: 29th
Models: 2007-2008 Saturn Aura
Problem: Transmission cable can disconnect, causing the vehicle to roll away.
Affected Vehicles: 59,627
Date: 29th
Models: 2014 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave
Problem: Fuel gauge may be inaccurate by as much as a quarter tank, so the vehicle can unexpectedly run out of fuel.
Affected Vehicles: 57,131
May
Date: 7th
Models: 2014 Chevrolet Malibu and Buick LaCrosse
Problem: Vehicle brake rotors can detach, limiting braking capacity.
Affected Vehicles: 8,590
Date: 13th
Models: 2014 Chevrolet Malibu
Problem: Hydraulic braking can malfunction, requiring additional braking effort and a longer distance to stop the vehicle.
Affected Vehicles: 144,780
Date: 13th
Models: 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Light Duty; 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe
Problem: Steering system's tie rod end can disconnect, leaving the driver unable to steer.
Affected Vehicles: 523
Date: 14th
Models: 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette
Problem: Wiring flaw can cause the low-beam headlights to fail to illuminate.
Affected Vehicles: 120,620
Date: 14th
Models: 2014 Cadillac CTS
Problem: Windshield wipers may fail, leaving the driver unable to see and more likely to crash.
Affected Vehicles: 21,563
Date: 14th
Models: 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx, 2005-2007 Pontiac G6, 2007-2010 Saturn Aura
Problem: Wiring flaw can cause brake lights to fail, and disable other safety features.
Affected Vehicles: 2,703,657
Date: 16th
Models: 2015 Cadillac Escalade
Problem: Improperly installed passenger airbag could cause the airbag to only partially deploy in a crash.
Affected Vehicles: 1,533
Date: 19th
Models: 2004-2008 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2008 Pontiac G6
Problem: Transmission cable can disconnect, causing the vehicle to roll away.
Affected Vehicles: 1,215,791
Date: 19th
Models: 2009-2010 Saturn Outlook, 2009-2014 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave
Problem: Seatbelt cable can wear out and may not provide restraint in case of a crash.
Affected Vehicles: 1,509,523
Date: 19th
Models: 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD
Problem: Part of the electrical system can disconnect from the vehicle and cause a fire
Affected Vehicles: 58
Date: 21st
Models: 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo, 2005-2008 Pontiac Wave and G3
Problem: Headlight switch can overheat and cause a fire.
Affected Vehicles: 284,699
Date: 21st
Models: 2004-2008 Chevrolet Optra
Problem: Headlight switch can overheat and cause a fire.
Affected Vehicles: 214
Date: 23rd
Models: 2004-2008 Suzuki Forenza, 2005-2008 Suzuki Reno
Problem: Headlight switch can overheat and cause a fire.
Affected Vehicles: 184,000
June
Date: 11th
Models: 2014 Buick LaCrosse
Problem: Wiring that connects electrical features in the driver’s side door, including windows and door warning chime, can corrode and malfunction.
Affected Vehicles: 15,185
Date: 11th
Models: 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
Problem: Transmission turbine shaft can fracture, leaving vehicle unable to shift into higher gears.
Affected Vehicles: 24,904
Date: 11th
Models: 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible
Problem: Seat belt tensioner could break and may not provide restraint in case of a crash.
Affected Vehicles: 29,750
Date: 13th
Models: 2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro
Problem: Key can be bumped out of run position while driving. GM says this is unrelated to ignition switch issues with other vehicles.
Affected Vehicles: 511,528
Date: 16th
Models: 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra
Problem: Floor mats are unsecured and can slide out of position.
Affected Vehicles: 184
Date: 16th
Models: Some 2014 Chevrolet Corvette with Competition Sport Seats
Problem: Passenger seat side air bag may not deploy properly.
Affected Vehicles: 961
Date: 16th
Models: 2011 Cadillac AWD CTS
Problem: Gasket leak can lead to unintended roof rail air bag deployment.
Affected Vehicles: 18,279
Date: 16th
Models: 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 HD, 2015 GMC Sierra 2500, 2015 GMC Sierra 3500 HD
Problem: Hose failure can cause loss of power steering and braking.
Affected Vehicles: 65,125
Date: 16th
Models: 2013-2014 Cadillac ATS and 2014 Cadillac CTS
Problem: Shift cable can disconnect and driver may be unable to shift gears.
Affected Vehicles: 109,031
Date: 16th
Models: 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse; 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala; 2000-2005 Cadillac Deville; 2007-2011 Cadillac DTS; 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne; 2005 Buick Regal LS and GS; 2006-2007 Chevy Monte Carlo
Problem: Ignition switch flaw can cause vehicle to shut off unexpectedly, disabling safety features and power steering and braking.
Affected Vehicles: 3,360,555
Date: 30th
Models: 1997-2005 Chevrolet Malibu; 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrique; 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero; 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am; 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo; 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
Problem: Key can be bumped out of run position while driving.
Affected Vehicles: 7,610,862
Date: 30th
Models: 2003-2013 Cadillac CTS; some models of the 2014 Cadillac CTS; and 2004-2006 Cadillac SRX
Problem: Key can be bumped out of run position while driving.
Affected Vehicles: 616,179
Date: 30th
Models: 2011-2014 Chevrolet Cruze; 2012-2014 Chevrolet Sonic; and 2013-2014 Chevrolet Trax and Buick Encore and Verano
Problem: Engine block heater power cord insulation can be damaged in cold weather.
Affected Vehicles: 20,134
Date: 30th
Models: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro and Impala, Buick Regal and Cadillac XTS
Problem: An important fastener known as the “superhold” may not be properly tightened.
Affected Vehicles: 117
Date: 30th
Models: 2007-2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD
Problem: The electrical system in vehicles equipped with an auxiliary battery may overheat and cause a fire.
Affected Vehicles: 12,008
Date: 30th
Models: 2005-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy, Isuzu Ascender and Saab 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL
Problem: An electrical short can disable the power door lock and window switches.
Affected Vehicles: 188,705
July
Nothing...yet. That said, GM has already recalled 28,580,353 cars worldwide this year (the figures we gave were for the North American market) which is enough to wrap around the equator four times and cost the company about $2.5 billion dollars.
It hasn't been a fun year to work for GM's PR department. Here's hoping the future is better, and that the Corvette Z06 never needs to be recalled at all.
