Many Georgia residents may be driving General Motors cars which have a dangerous propensity to ignite in flames. General Motors and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced yesterday that the possibility of engine fires has prompted General Motors to recall nearly 1.5 million passenger sedans manufactured between 1997 and 2003.
\nThe recall covers certain mid- and full-size passenger sedans under GM’s Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac brands.
\nThe problem involves a potential for oil to leak on the exhaust manifold during hard braking. When a car operates under normal conditions, the manifold can get very hot. Oil that runs below the manifold’s heat shield can ignite and spread to plastic channels that hold spark plug wires.
\nThe affected vehicles have naturally aspirated 3.8 liter V6 engines. These engines use atmospheric pressure rather than a mechanical blower to bring in air for combustion.
\nGeneral Motors has proposed a change in the bracket that holds spark plug wires, which will be done free of charge, as a solution to the problem. Owners and dealers affected by the recall will be notified by letter next month with details.
\nThe vehicles involved are:\u2022 1997-2003 Buick Regals.\u2022 1998-2003 Chevrolet Luminas, Monte Carlos and Impalas.\u2022 1998-1999 Oldsmobile Intrigues.\u2022 1997-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
\nIf you are driving one of vehicles you should contact a GM dealer for a repair even if you do not receive a notice in the mail.<\/p>\n