Ignition lock problem
#1
Ignition lock problem
Hi, I own a 2008 HHR VIN 3GNDA33P88S524002. Lately it has been showing the following problem: every time I turn the ignition off and pull the key out when I open the door the chime stars sounding and stops only when i close the door.I noticed that when I pull the key out of the lock I don't hear anymore that familiar clicking sound.Currently I have the car in Europe (Italy) and GM is not represented here anymore.Thanks for your help!
#3
I don't know how they do recalls in Italy. That would likely fix it.
If not that then the Theft Deterrent Module may be flaky, you might look at fuse #10 labelled HVAC on the BCM (inside fuse box).
I am surprised you were allowed to import the car, you have 3 outstanding recalls. https://my.chevrolet.com/recalls
If not that then the Theft Deterrent Module may be flaky, you might look at fuse #10 labelled HVAC on the BCM (inside fuse box).
I am surprised you were allowed to import the car, you have 3 outstanding recalls. https://my.chevrolet.com/recalls
#5
I don't know how they do recalls in Italy. That would likely fix it.
If not that then the Theft Deterrent Module may be flaky, you might look at fuse #10 labelled HVAC on the BCM (inside fuse box).
I am surprised you were allowed to import the car, you have 3 outstanding recalls. https://my.chevrolet.com/recalls
If not that then the Theft Deterrent Module may be flaky, you might look at fuse #10 labelled HVAC on the BCM (inside fuse box).
I am surprised you were allowed to import the car, you have 3 outstanding recalls. https://my.chevrolet.com/recalls
#6
Here is some maybe good news Chevrolet Italia - Scopri la gamma di auto, le offerte e i vantaggi GM claims that it is maintaining Authorized Repair Shops in Europe. I don't read Italian but the similar site for England has addresses.
I think the Opel dealerships are honoring GM recalls during the wind down.
I'm surprised that the inspectors allowed it. They get all picky about head and tail lights, I would think they would care about SAFETY related recalls.
I think the Opel dealerships are honoring GM recalls during the wind down.
I'm surprised that the inspectors allowed it. They get all picky about head and tail lights, I would think they would care about SAFETY related recalls.
#7
Here is some maybe good news Chevrolet Italia - Scopri la gamma di auto, le offerte e i vantaggi GM claims that it is maintaining Authorized Repair Shops in Europe. I don't read Italian but the similar site for England has addresses.
I think the Opel dealerships are honoring GM recalls during the wind down.
I'm surprised that the inspectors allowed it. They get all picky about head and tail lights, I would think they would care about SAFETY related recalls.
I think the Opel dealerships are honoring GM recalls during the wind down.
I'm surprised that the inspectors allowed it. They get all picky about head and tail lights, I would think they would care about SAFETY related recalls.
#8
Well I used your VIN and found that you need
N140992 Ignition switch replacement Feb 2014
N140113 REPLACE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER AND IGNITION KEY April 2014
N080157 INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE BIN DOOR COMPLIANCE - ADD REINFORCEMENT BRACKET Sept 2008
All of the above were mailed out and HIGHLY publicized. We were even forced to start a whole forum dedicated to them. Everyone else knows about them.
https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/gm-recall-campaigns-70/
I am guessing that you are also totally unaware of the extended warranties on the power steering motor and the gear shifter.
I am only going by what GM says they are doing about recalls and warranty for their cars since they sold Opel. The web site has contact info.
N140992 Ignition switch replacement Feb 2014
N140113 REPLACE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER AND IGNITION KEY April 2014
N080157 INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE BIN DOOR COMPLIANCE - ADD REINFORCEMENT BRACKET Sept 2008
All of the above were mailed out and HIGHLY publicized. We were even forced to start a whole forum dedicated to them. Everyone else knows about them.
https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/gm-recall-campaigns-70/
I am guessing that you are also totally unaware of the extended warranties on the power steering motor and the gear shifter.
I am only going by what GM says they are doing about recalls and warranty for their cars since they sold Opel. The web site has contact info.
#9
Hey donbrew,thanks for the info.No, I was not aware of the recalls and the extended warranties on the power steering motor and the gear shifter either. Yesterday I e-mailed GM about my problem and they replied confirming that they are unable to service their cars outside of the US but they sent a number I should call (which I will do on Mon).I would be happy if they sent replacements for the defective part/s to my US residence and I would take care of their installation at my expense over here.Let's wait and see,in the meantime the car stays in the garage.Thanks again for your help.