The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) is stepping up it’s investigation of 21 models of General Motors trucks and SUVs made between 2006 and 2008. These models possibly have the potential for engine compartment fire, even when the ignition is turned off. The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) reports that they have been made aware of “41 non-crash engine compartment fires” in the GM trucks and SUVs. Sixteen of those fires occurred with the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF position. Electrical systems, engine and engine cooling systems, battery cables, under-hood wiring, fuses, and circuit breakers are all being investigated. Owners of these GM vehicles should keep aware of potential recalls.
The following GM vehicles are under investigation (all years are model years):
2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV and EXT
2007-2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
2007 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500
2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500
2007-2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 and 2500
2007-2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
2008 GMC Sierra
2007-2008 GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, and 3500
2007 GMC Sierra Classic
2007 GMC Silverado
2007-2008 GMC Yukon
2007-2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500, and XL 2500
2006-2007 Hummer H2 Utility
1999-2008 Hummer H2
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