That’s right, each of the 10 GMC Hummers is likely subject to this sweeping recall.
- GMC is actively recalling the newly launched Hummer EV because of a possible tail light failure.
- Software in the tail light assembly could prevent it from functioning as intended.
- Owners will be notified on April 25 and will take their new Hummer EV to their dealer who will inspect tail lights and replace as necessary.
Recalls are common and are often proactive, sometimes issued before owners are aware of a problem in manufacturing or an engineering oversight. And the latest vehicle recall affects the flagship General Motors EV—because of a tail light.
The GMC Hummer EV is seeing a sweeping recall because software in the tail light assembly can cause the lamp to become inoperable. Sounds minor, but operating tail lamps are extremely important for vehicle safety.
This recall comes after a GM employee sent in a Speak Up for Safety report to GM after doing some field studies. It’s expected this recall will affect all 2022 GMC Hummer EVs built before January 20, 2022. Fortunately for GMC and General Motors as a whole, the grand total of Hummers affected is 10.
If you’re one of the 10 affected owners, here’s what’s going to happen: Your dealer will inspect and replace affected light assemblies. Because of how new these vehicles are, the recall notes that affected light assemblies will be replaced under warranty.
According to the NHTSA recall notice, GMC Hummer EVs built after January 20 won’t be affected because the issue was resolved at the factory. If you’re one of the few GMC Hummer EV owners affected, GMC says they’re going to reach out by April 25.
Keyword: GMC Recalls 2022 Hummer EVs over Tail Light Issue