Continued Trouble for GM - Watch Out for More Recalls

     About 4 months ago, General Motors made national headlines when it began recalling 2.6 million vehicles due to problems with the vehicles' ignition switches. The ignition problems, which many have called negligent designing and manufacturing by GM, had caused an estimated 54 car crashes and 13 deaths. But GM's problems are not over, and neither are the worries of GM customers.

     On Monday, June 16, 2014 GM issued yet another recall due to problems with GM vehicles' ignition switches. For this recall, the 44th GM has issued this year, covers an additional 3.4 million vehicles. The latest GM recall covers the following models:

 - 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse
 - 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala
 - 2000-2005 Cadillac Deville
 - 2004-2011 Cadillac DTS
 - 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne
 - 2004-2005 Buick Regal LS & GS
 - 2006-2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

    The initial recall was due to problems with the ignition, which has been shown to switch from the "run" position without notice, causing an engine stall. This recall, however, is due to problems with the design of the car keys, which can cause the vehicle to switch out of the "run" position due to excess weight or a sudden bump or shake. This can cause the car to stall, power steering to shut off, and drivers to lose control. According to reports, the key problems have caused 8 crashes and 6 injuries.

    If you, or someone you know, owns or operates one of the GM vehicles covered by the recall, please make sure to check the General Motors website or a local GM dealer for recall information. And, as always, if you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident, related to these problems or otherwise, contact a licensed and competent attorney.

(Information obtained from NBC news.com)

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