GM Recalls 2013 Chevrolet Malibus for Transmission Indicator Defect

Plain-English summary

General Motors LLC is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured between April 10, 2012, and August 2, 2012. The recall involves approximately 3,690 vehicles where the console transmission gear selection indicator may not illuminate the selected shift position. This defect causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, which governs transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect.

If the console shift indicator does not illuminate, a driver could inadvertently select a transmission position other than the one intended, which increases the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

The recall began on April 20, 2015. Dealers will replace the transmission gear selection control module free of charge. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. GM's internal number for this recall is 12162.

The recalled product

Product

CHEVROLET MALIBU

Brand

CHEVROLET

Manufacturer

General Motors LLC

Category

Vehicle — Automatic Transmission

Hazard

• crash-risk
• indicator-failure

Affected units

3,690

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