Vehicle recall 08V231000 · May 21, 2008
Chevrolet Blazer, GMC Jimmy and 1 more model
The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- General motors is recalling 5,862 my 2000-2002 Chevrolet blazer, my 2000-2001 GMC jimmy, and my 2000 Oldsmobile bravada sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.
- Consequence
- The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. The recall began on June 17, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com. Note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 01V364).
- Notes
- GM recall no. 01073.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V231000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 21, 2008
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 01073
- Owner notification
- June 17, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5,862
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Chevrolet Blazer (2000-2002): 2002, 2001, 2000
- GMC Jimmy (2000-2001): 2001, 2000
- Oldsmobile Bravada (2000): 2000
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