Hummer almost overturns because of the fan controls overheating (Photo : Reuters )
The 2006 to 2010 Hummer H3 and the 2009 and 2010 H3T Hummers apparently pose a fire risk because of faulty fan controls. Because of this, General Motors recalled more than 196,000 Hummer SUVs globally following the ventilation fan motor controls that can overheat and cause a fire.
GM announced that the module that regulates heating and air conditioning blower motor speed has a high chance of overheating when operated for a long time, Fox News reported.
The company noted that the effect of overheating is unprecedented including melting nearby plastic and increasing the likelihood of a fire. Three minor burns resulted from the problem but no crashes. Reportedly, dealers will replace the faulty module and wiring harness at no cost to the owner.
It is yet to be confirmed if GM will cover the costs. According to the company, approximately 165,000 of the Hummers being recalled are within the United States. It is also set to recall about 51,000 subcompact cars in the U.S. and Canada, ABC News.
Radios in these cars reportedly could lock up and disable some warning chimes. GM acknowledged that the radio system can be stuck in the OnStar navigation mode. It is said that the effect is the radio screen going blank and disabling all audio functions, including alerts for keys left in the ignition, or failure to fasten driver seat belt. Besides, the radio would go off draining the car battery.
It is also said the car recall will affect 2014 and 2015 model year Chevrolet Sparks and 2015 Chevrolet Sonics, equipped with the base radio and the company's OnStar safety system. According to GM, there are no known accidents or damages connected to the problem and it will be upon dealers to update the radio software system to correct the issue.
