Issue ID | 350046 |
Internal NHTSA # | 760150 |
Manufacurer | General Motors LLC |
Brand | CHEVROLET |
Model | CAVALIER |
Model Year | 1997 |
File date | 01/07/24 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | I got the letter about the recall of the ignition starter switch that might cause a fire. On saturday, that is exactly what happened. I had the car repaired, but didn't know until monday when i got the letter from gm. I am very upset that they told me to wait until july for them to get the repair kit. In other words... I have to drive around for 3 months worrying about my safety and where i might break down. My wife and i were planning on driving to florida for 2 weeks and now i might have to cancell. I think they should compensate me with a rented car until they fix mine. It's like telling me that i have an oven that might go on fire if i use it for the next 3 months. I wouldn't use the oven so why would i use my car. It is unsafe. What happens if it does catch fire or cause a fire to surrounding objects. How safe can it be to drive around with a car that might catch fire???? Hep me!*ak |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | HOWARD BEACH, NY |
VIN pattern | 1G1JC5248V7XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 01/07/24 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Drive train type | FWD |
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