GM Recalls 2006-2007 SUVs for Power Window Switch Fire Risk

Plain-English summary

General Motors LLC is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and GMC Envoy vehicles, as well as 2006 GMC Envoy XL and Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the driver's door master power window switch module where fluid may enter the unit. This fluid can cause corrosion that results in a short in the circuit board, potentially causing the window switches to become inoperative.

The primary safety concern is that the circuit board short could result in a fire, even while the vehicle is unattended. Some affected vehicles may have previously received a protective coating on the switch module instead of a replacement, but this coating may not eliminate the risk of a short and subsequent fire.

Dealers will install a new driver's door switch module free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015. Owners may contact Buick, Chevrolet, or GMC customer service for more information, or contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product

BUICK, CHEVROLET, GMC RAINIER, TRAILBLAZER, TRAILBLAZER EXT, ENVOY XL

Brand

BUICK

Manufacturer

General Motors LLC

Category

Vehicle — SUV

Hazard

• fire
• electrical-short

Affected units

9,932

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