Massive GM Recall on Cadillacs, Saturns, and Pontiac Sedans and Crossovers

According to Shawn Langlois of MarketWatch, GM is recalling several Cadillac, Saturn, and Pontiac sedans and crossovers. There's a problem in the seal in the rear-axle that could potentially cause a loss of control of some vehicles. The report also states:

Another 38,000 GM vehicles are being called back to shops in Mexico, Canada, the Middle East and Asia, bringing the total number to about 313,000.

The recalls cover the Cadillac CTS sedan, SRX crossover and STS sedan from model years 2005 to 2007, as well as the Pontiac Solstice from 2006 and 2007. The 2007 Saturn Sky convertible is also included.

General Motors spokesman Alan Adler said that there has been one accident and one injury related to the defect.

GM said that the recall is expected to begin in February 2008.

Shares of GM tacked on 7 cents to $26.55 during Friday's broader market rally.

(Source: MarketWatch, Shawn Langlois, Dec 21, 2007 4:35PM EST)

GM Recalls Cars And Trucks In Three Campaigns totally over 78,000 vehicles

GM is recalling 69,000 vehicles for various issues. The biggest chunk of the recall involves 57,100 2007-model-year Chevy Equinox and Pontiac Torrent SUVs. The recall is safety-related where the company will install additional safety foam in models not equipped with side airbags or sunroofs. According to an article compiled from Free Press news services the change will help lessen the chance of head injuries in a crash. They will also be fixing a timing chain.

(Source: Freep.com, November 20, 2007 )

Information and Phone Numbers for Recall

According to information found on the GM site:

Recalls are VIN-specific. Not every vehicle in a year, make, and model is included in a recall. You can register your vehicles that were made after 1993 at the GM Owner Center and receive updates of vehicle recalls on your personalized Website account.

Added information concerning the recall:
The expected date for the recall is in February 2008. Contact your dealer and they will replace the pinion seal free of charge. Owners may also contact the following companies directly. Pontiac at (800) 620-7668, Cadillac at (800) 982-2339, and Saturn at (800) 972-8876.