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Group Cites New Stalling Issue for Cars in GM Ignition Switch Fix
Some General Motors Co. vehicles are still stalling unexpectedly after having their defective ignition switches replaced, according to a group that monitors complaints about the GM recall.
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Some General Motors Co. vehicles are still stalling unexpectedly after having their defective ignition switches replaced, according to a group that monitors complaints about the GM recall.
NBC News cites several reports by the Safety Institute—and at least two on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration from GM customers—that say some of the repaired cars continue to stall intermittently.
GM recalled 2.6 million cars in February 2014 to replace switches that could be bumped out of the “run” position. If that occurs, the engine shuts off and cuts power to the braking, steering and airbag systems. GM has agreed to compensate families for 124 fatalities linked to the defect.
NBC News says the carmaker and safety agency have found no connection between the new ignition switches and post-repair stalling complaints. GM, which has inspected about 50 such reports, suggests unrelated electrical or fuel issues may be at fault. NBC notes most of the cars have high mileage and are at least 10 years old.
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