Adding to the growing number of automobiles that have been recalled this year, GM has just issued a recall of 1.
3 million cars.
The 2010 GM recall affects Chevrolet and Pontiac compact cars that were sold in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The recall is due to power steering motors that can possibly fail.
Affected GM Models Models affected by the 2010 GM recall include Chevrolet Cobalts manufactured between 2005 and 2010, Pontiac G5's manufactured between 2007 and 2010, 2005 and 2006 Pontiac Pursuits which were sold in Canada, and 2005 and 2006 Pontiac G4's which were sold in Mexico GM has said the vehicles are safe to drive and will not lose steering capabilities, but it may be difficult to steer them when driving under 15 miles per hour.
It usually takes 20,000 to 30,000 miles of driving for this condition to develop.
What to do if your car is affected by the 2010 GM recall GM has said that it will take time for the company to receive 1.
3 million new power steering motors from the supplier, and that they will notify affected owners when the new parts are available.
Until then, if the power steering assist fails, it will usually come back for a time after the car is turned off and restarted.
What to do if you are in a Massachusetts car accident with a recalled GM vehicle If you are in a Massachusetts car accident involving a recalled GM, you should contact a local car accident attorney as soon as possible.
Gather whatever evidence you can from the scene of the accident, including the other driver's auto insurance and contact information.
Anything you say to the police will be admissible in court, so try to say as little as possible until you speak to an attorney.
A good Massachusetts car accident attorney will investigate your case and help you file a claim for any accident-related expenses including medical bills and lost wages.