obie

OK, thank you Administrator for the clarification. I was just worried that it might be based only on his opinions, but I now understand that it can be more complicated than that. Rules are there for a reason.
You won't have to worry about me; I just enjoy the discussion of car related subjects. And I don't know anyone on the forum personally, other than through our discussions here.

843de

When someone is banned, it's not a decision taken lightly by me or my Moderators. We'll use it as a means of last resort, but not before attempting to defuse the situation or conflict through PM's and formal warnings.

Unfortunately, the recall(s) have left folks uneasy, nervous, angry, and agitated.

The media coverage that has ranged from responsible to sensationalist is keeping the pot boiling.

Patience is the key word, the affected HHR's can't all be fixed in a day, and we'll keep this thread open as long discussions are kept civilized and mature.

If you ever have any questions obie, feel free to PM me or any of our Moderators, and we'll gladly answer them. That goes for any member here, we're here to help.

P.S. you can just call me Mike or 843, we don't stand on formality too much.

l78thumper

Thanks Obie

donbrew

I still haven't heard anymore about the "largest worldwide recall ever" that Toyota announced last week. Or, what it's for.

Ripper

I just bought my 2006 HHR last week. Is there a way I can check with GM to see if the previous owner already dealt with this recall? Does the recall transfer with ownership? I have never owned a car new enough to be recalled before.

donbrew

Read post #165 in this thread for a link, or what the heck read the whole thread!

Recall means that manufacturer is calling ALL of the specified units back for repairs. ALL means ALL, this is not a warranty issue, don't get them confused.

Old cars get recalled, too. The current "Toyota Largest Global Recall Ever" seems to go back to sometime in the 90's.

firemangeorge

Welcome to the site.

Just to add. The previous owner could not have dealt with this recall. Why? Because the replacement part was not available yet.
You will still need to have the recall work done yourself.

As donbrew suggested, maybe read this whole thread. It will give you a little better insight to what is happening with the recall.

And congrats on the HHR purchase.

mongo

I'm just going to wait until the notice arrives in my mailbox, and then have the recall work done along with an oil change and coolant change.

On a semi-related note, My mother's 04 Saturn Ion is in the recall pool too, maybe we'll do a carpool.

briand

I thought I would chime in here with my current experience for those that don't tend to read an entire 23 page thread. :)

I called the Service Department of my friendly* Chevrolet dealer. They said recall parts are now being ordered by VIN (I don't know how else they would be) and that the parts take 3-4 weeks to arrive. They requested the last 8 digits of my VIN, told me about the "take everything off the fob except the key" recommendation and said they would let me know when the parts would arrive. Since this is the dealer where I purchased my HHR, they already have my contact info. However, if your contact info has changed, or if you have moved since purchase, make sure you give it to them so they can call to tell you when the parts have arrived.

What does this mean for me?

Great question. It means if you want this recall repair done soon, I recommend you call your local or preferred dealer and get them to order the parts for your car. That way you're in the "queue" for the parts and that much closer to having your car repaired.






*I am serious about the friendly part. They've been amazing to me since I bought my 2006 in 2006. So much that my parents have bought all of their cars since 2006 from them as well.

mongo

Give em a plug! Who is your dealer?