Ignition Issue Spurs GM to Replace Keys
GM is running into trouble with its ignition keys again.
The American automaker is replacing ignition keys on its 2014 and 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon and Yukon XL models for a design issue that can cause the shift lever to bump the key and shut off the engine. GM says the defect is not a safety risk because it only occurs when the driver’s foot is on the brake and is shifting gears, so a safety recall is not being conducted. Instead, GM is issuing a technical service bulletin and is requesting that dealers replace the keys if customers complain about the issue.
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GM has reiterated that the issue doesn’t affect a moving vehicle and a change to the design of the key was actually done in February. Dealerships are asked to reissue a redesigned key if the customer purchased the truck prior to February and has run into the problem.
“Some customers may comment that if the tilt steering column is in the full-up position and the shift lever is moved between gears, the shift lever contacts the head of the ignition key,” GM said in the bulletin. “Some contact force may rotate the ignition key and shut the engine off. When this condition occurs, the brake pedal was applied.”
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[Source: Automotive News]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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This is exactly why you DON'T buy the first year of a new model. 2013 Silverado Recalls = 2 2014 Silverado Recalls = 11 (so far)