General Motors have announced a recall for over 38,000 Chevrolet and Buick sedans equipped with its “eAssist” mild hybrid system. According to GM overheating of the circuit boards in the Generator Control Module (GCM) could result in loss of battery charge, the illumination of the engine malfunction indicator light, and in extreme cases, a fire in the trunk. Two trunk fires have already been reported as a result of the issue. The vehicles involved in the recall include:
Owners receiving a recall notice will be asked to take their vehicles to their dealership to have the GCM tested and replaced as necessary. For more information about the problem, owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300.
