Wells Ls1497 — Electrical system: ignition: switch
Published May 9, 2014 · Recall initiated: April 30, 2014
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14E021000, published May 9, 2014 and initiated April 30, 2014. Recalling firm: UCI International LLC; Wells Ls1497 — Electrical system: ignition: switch.
What's the hazard
UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.
What to do
UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at 1-800-890-2075. GM vehicle owners requiring additional information on that recall campaign should contact GM at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac) or 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn).
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Recall details
- Brand
- WELLS
- Model
- LS1497
- Manufacturer
- UCI International LLC
- Lot
- WELLS LS1497 | WELLS LS1328 | DURALAST LS1497 | AIRTEX 1S10961 | 2006 PONTIAC PURSUIT | 2005 PONTIAC PURSUIT | 2007 SATURN ION | 2006 SATURN ION | 2004 SATURN ION | CARQUEST 53-27967 | DURALAST LS1328 | 2003 SATURN ION | AIRTEX 1S6097 | CARQUEST 53-27479 | 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT | 2006 CHEVROLET COBALT | 2006 PONTIAC SOLSTICE | 2006 CHEVROLET HHR | 2005 SATURN ION | 2007 SATURN SKY
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Wells Ls1497 — Electrical system: ignition: switch recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14E021000 on May 9, 2014. Reported hazard: UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.
What should I do if I have this product?
UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at 1-800-890-2075. GM vehicle owners requiring additional information on that recall campaign should contact GM at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac) or 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn).
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WELLS. Model: LS1497.