There is a beauty in recalls, it’s not all bad. What does a recall say to you? They say, we are a make that has analyzed our models even after thorough analysis and we feel we can do a better job, let us try. We’ve admitted to a mistake of not giving our best foot forward, we are honest, and we promise to make it better, and they will. They beauty in the recall is in the safety concept and customers best interest, the relationship and commitment makers like GM have. GM had to recall over 230 million vehicles for fire hazards, it’s a close call, but at least they made it. Here are the details. General Motors will recall model year 2006-2007 vehicles that include the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL , 06-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, SAAB 9-7x, and the Isuzu Ascender. The safety issue revolves around the doors. A short in the electrical system that operates the power door lock and power windows potentially can cause system malfunctions leading to the spark of a fire.
The numbers are as followed: approx. 443,000 vehicles were recalled in the US from a combination of two recalls dealing with the same problem, approx. 3,546 in Canada, approx. 4,876 in Mexico and approx. 30,000 spread out overseas. The numbers are high and it will take some time to examine each of the cars but GM has a dedicated plan to purse and fix any problems. Lynch Chevy of Mukwonoga when asked about the incident they reassured us that GM was taking the measures needed to make sure safety of their consumers comes first.They have even agreed to replace malfunctioning systems free of charge, which is a given. In addition to that, if after inspection the system works well, dealers will double up on a coating as a safety precaution. A recall can set a maker back, but not Chevy they still have big hopes dreams showcases that are upcoming. Like the release of the 2014 Chevy Impala, sponsorship at the MLB Home Run Derby, further down the line there is the Chevy En-V bubble car, and right around the corner Chevy will make a statement with its awkward appearance in the new Transformers movie with the not so luxurious but reliable Chevrolet Sonic RS rally car. Furthermore, they don’t have anything to worry about. No riots, peace, trial and error, and lessons learned for Chevrolet. It is ironic that the blazer would cause a fire, stay tuned because it will be back on the road burning rubber efficiently.