General Motors has announced several recalls involving many of its truck and SUV models. The first recall involves 15,393 2009 model year Chevrolet Traverse models while the second recall is farther reaching, affecting 27,188 truck and SUV models.
The recall of the 2009 Chevy Traverse is due to a parking brake cable that does not comply with federal regulations. The faulty cable could snap under pressure, causing the parking brake to fail. Vehicles left in neutral with the parking brake applied could result in unintended movement and possibly a vehicle crash. Dealers will replace the cable at no charge.
Interestingly, none of GM’s other Lambda crossovers – the GMC Acadia , Buick Enclave or Saturn Outlook – were named in the recall.
Separately, GM is recalling 27,188 2009 model year Cadillac Escalade s (all models) Chevrolet Suburban s, Tahoes, Avalanches and Colorados and GMC Yukon s, Yukon XLs and Canyons. The recall is due to a improperly sealed fuel system control module that could allow water to seep in. If water breaches the system, a host of warning lights can be set off and the vehicle may become hard or impossible to start. The recall will begin May 18th.
Following up on a previous recall, GM says it is recalling 1,243 Camaro SS models for a faulty battery cable.
