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GM Recalls 2009 Chevrolet Traverse for Third Time

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    General Motors is recalling the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse to fix a problem with its parking brake. | June 19, 2009

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GM Recalls 2009 Chevrolet Traverse for Third Time

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    WASHINGTON — General Motors is recalling 15,393 2009 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles because of a problem with the parking brake that could result in "unintended vehicle movement," according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This is the third recall for the Traverse since last November. Earlier recalls dealt with a faulty transmission gear shifter and a defective rear seatbelt.

    In this latest recall, the Traverse may have a parking brake cable link that is not to specification, according to NHTSA's recall summary of the problem.

    "This connector may fracture when the park brake pedal is depressed," said the federal watchdog. "If the transmission shift lever is in the park position, there will be no unintended vehicle movement. However, if the keys are left in the ignition, the transmission shift lever is in any position other than park and the vehicle is parked on a sufficient slope, it could result in unintended vehicle movement. This could result in a crash without prior warning."

    Chevrolet dealers will replace the parking brake cable link for free. The recall will begin sometime in June. Owners can contact Chevrolet at (800) 630-2438.

    Inside Line says: If you own the aforementioned vehicle, have it checked out with your dealer ASAP. — Anita Lienert, Correspondent

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