Recall 12V-093: 2012 Buick Regal

The problem

General motors (Gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 buick regal vehicles manufactured from february 22, 2011, through february 22, 2012 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108 â“lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment.┠due to a software error, the parking lamps do not activate when either the parking lamps or headlamps are turned on.

The risk

Inadequate lighting could reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the potential for a crash.

The fix

General motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module free of charge. The safety recall began on march 29, 2012. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300.

Notes

General motors recall no. 12048.customers may 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

Vehicles in this recall

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-093?

General motors (Gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 buick regal vehicles manufactured from february 22, 2011, through february 22, 2012 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108 â“lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment.┠due to a software error, the parking lamps do not activate when either the parking lamps or headlamps are turned on.

How is recall 12V-093 fixed?

General motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module free of charge. The safety recall began on march 29, 2012. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.