2012 BUICK REGAL RECALL - #13V173000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2012 BUICK REGAL |
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| Manufacturer |
General Motors LLC |
| Manufactured between |
3/2/2011 - 12/4/2012 |
| Recalled on |
5/6/2013 |
| Influenced by |
General Motors LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
6/11/2013 |
| # Affected |
42,904 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
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| Description |
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light. |
| Consequences |
If the vehicle is continued to be driven, the engine may stall and/or the vehicle may not start. In addition, there may be a burning or melting odor, smoke, and possibly a fire in the trunk. |
| Corrective action |
GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13136. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2012 BUICK REGAL Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2012 BUICK REGAL Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, TURN SIGNAL
2012 BUICK REGAL Recall for SEATS, FRONT ASSEMBLY, POWER ADJUST
2012 BUICK REGAL Recall for SUSPENSION, REAR
2012 BUICK REGAL Recall for SUSPENSION, REAR
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