2005 - 2006 Corvettes Recalled
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Cruising
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From: Bowling Green KY
2005 - 2006 Corvettes Recalled
Details here along with phone numbers...
Repeated movement of the steering column could interrupt the signal within the column, which will illuminate the message “Service Active Handling System.” In rare instances, this could apply one or more of the brakes and pull the Corvette to the right or left. If the driver is caught off guard, this could lead to a dangerous situation.
Repeated movement of the steering column could interrupt the signal within the column, which will illuminate the message “Service Active Handling System.” In rare instances, this could apply one or more of the brakes and pull the Corvette to the right or left. If the driver is caught off guard, this could lead to a dangerous situation.
Instructor
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From: Dallas, TX
SUBVETTE
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: San Diego CA
This problem was reported about July 09 and GM issued a technical service bulletin (TSB) to fix it by installimg a special clip to prevent interference between the column movement and wiring for stability control system; however at that time they wouldn't make it a recall. So you had to buy the part for about $10 and install it yourself or pay for a service call visit to the dealership for the TSB to be performed. Someone here on the forum posted DIY instructions and pictures on how to install the clip. A search will probably find that post. I'm glad they finally are doing a recall, because I never got around to doing the procedure. It is a sefety issue and should have been a recall long ago.
Drifting
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From: Charlotte NC
Got the recall notice in the mail today about this and also the top problem. Good thing, because I was getting ready to take the top in anyway because it is making some funny noises and I sure don't want it to fly off and decapitate someone! 
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SUBVETTE
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: San Diego CA
Gm would probably have to borrow some more money from Obama to do that!Incidently, for those not familiar with this issue, it only applies to vehicles with the telescoping column (part of 3LT package).
Burning Brakes
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From: Chesapeake Va
Does that mean I'll be reimbursed for the repairs?
Safety Car
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From: ,fl.Never, under any circumstances, take a sleeping pill and a laxative on the same night.
Its about time
I still dont know why this took so long,I have expressed my feelings about this issue how serious this can be,and I was fortunate not to have gotten hurt
I still dont know why this took so long,I have expressed my feelings about this issue how serious this can be,and I was fortunate not to have gotten hurt
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2003
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From: Scottsdale AZ
Got my "Safety Recall Notice" today too - - `bout time . . . hope they can match Precision Red . . . . a new top would be nice . .
Team Owner
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From: McKinney TX
St. Jude Donor '21-'22-'23-'24
mmm, didn't they pay the loan money back with the new TARP money he granted them. I'm so lost with the slight of hands, lies, and fallacies of the present congress and prez, that I think we're witnessing the greatest magic trick ever played on America.... and the audience is going hog wild for it. They want more. When the curtains close they are going to find their wallets have been pick-pocketed. They never saw Simon Legree pull their money out while he had his arms wrapped around them. Nosirreejimbob. That was a hug of love.
Please note this is C6 General.
PR&C is off this way:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=88
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2008
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From: foothills of Northern California
What part of the fact that the government still owns 60% of GM stock do you not understand? When the rest of us that want GM cars in the future keep buying GM cars, the government will make money on that stock. That would be terrible, wouldn't it?
Please note this is C6 General.
PR&C is off this way:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=88
Please note this is C6 General.
PR&C is off this way:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=88
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: San Jose Ca
Got my letter today, along with the recall for the service active handling wire harness clip.
Along with a letter of how to be reimbursed if you spent money on either of these issues before now.
Along with a letter of how to be reimbursed if you spent money on either of these issues before now.
Race Director
Joined: Oct 1999
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From: Somers NY
I bought my car (2005) used in 2008.. it only had 6000 miles on it, and I got the bulletin today re: the Top & wiring.. I DO have the telescoping steering wheel..
I stopped at the dealership, & am going in Fri.. I did a check on my car , & the roof had foam put in it when it only had 2000 miles on it.. I'm guessing this took care of the roof problem, however when the dealership looked up my VIN they said they would have to check my TOP again, and in Worst Case it would have to be repainted...
I'm hoping the foam that was done back when it was new took care of my roof problem... We'll see about the other one (steering column)
PS I gave them a PBA card, and they will install my DSV break handle (I had a problem & couldn't get it on)
I also asked if I would have any problems because I have a Vararam Intake, & a Cartek Tune... I was told "Just bring the car, coffee & donuts" oh and some reading material... LOL
I guess I got lucky with the dealer I went to...
I stopped at the dealership, & am going in Fri.. I did a check on my car , & the roof had foam put in it when it only had 2000 miles on it.. I'm guessing this took care of the roof problem, however when the dealership looked up my VIN they said they would have to check my TOP again, and in Worst Case it would have to be repainted...
I'm hoping the foam that was done back when it was new took care of my roof problem... We'll see about the other one (steering column)
PS I gave them a PBA card, and they will install my DSV break handle (I had a problem & couldn't get it on)
I also asked if I would have any problems because I have a Vararam Intake, & a Cartek Tune... I was told "Just bring the car, coffee & donuts" oh and some reading material... LOL
I guess I got lucky with the dealer I went to...
Safety Car
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From: Wantagh,L.I. New York
This problem was reported about July 09 and GM issued a technical service bulletin (TSB) to fix it by installimg a special clip to prevent interference between the column movement and wiring for stability control system; however at that time they wouldn't make it a recall. So you had to buy the part for about $10 and install it yourself or pay for a service call visit to the dealership for the TSB to be performed. Someone here on the forum posted DIY instructions and pictures on how to install the clip. A search will probably find that post. I'm glad they finally are doing a recall, because I never got around to doing the procedure. It is a sefety issue and should have been a recall long ago.