NHTSA Recall 08V231000: Switch (exterior lighting)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,862 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chevrolet Blazer.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V231000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01073 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH |
| Report received | May 21, 2008 |
| Owner notification | June 17, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
General motors is recalling 5,862 my 2000-2002 chevrolet blazer, my 2000-2001 GMC jimmy, and my 2000 oldsmobile bravada sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.
Safety risk
The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. The recall began on june 17, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> . Note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 01v364).
Notes
GM recall no. 01073.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 08V231000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.