Gm Door Lock Actuator Recall

Whats the deal with these things.

Gm door lock actuator recall.

Unusual noises coming from inside the door are one of the first symptoms of a potential problem with a power door lock actuator. If it doesn t work open the door with the key and try the door locks with the switch on the door. I have to push the lock manually to lock it and use my key to unlock. Is there going to be a gm recall on the door lock actuators.

Seems like they are prone to fail given my limited research. For vehicles equipped with door lock cylinders the door can still be opened using the key. Most units suffer motor failures which can make locking and unlocking the vehicle very cumbersome. Those noises are normal.

Each door has its own actuator. General motors is recalling 184 611 model year 2005 2007 saab 9 7x. Door lock actuators are made in two styles. 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext and gmc envoy xl.

Key fob doesn t lock unlock and nor does the door switch for all 4 doors. It seems this is a huge problem on the 08 and 09 malibus. Anybody else have to replace a door lock actuator. Power door locks that do not function are another common symptom for a problem with the door lock relay.

However if the noise suddenly becomes louder or more pronounced then this may be. As many of you already know the door lock actuators in your 2007 2014 gm vehicle are very unreliable. If the door lock actuator doesn t work with any method then the problem can be the door lock actuator itself the wiring or the control module. Our car is doing the same thing as everyone else has posted.

General motors number for this recall is 13442. The driver s door is open while the key is in the ignition. Start by trying the gm remote control door lock actuator. If the door locks work split the case on the remote and replace the battery.

View your gmc vehicle s specific recall information and active notifications at the gmc owner center. If they still don t work the remote is bad. Solenoid and dc motor. Symptoms of a failing door lock actuator.

My drivers side door tries to lock by keyless and by door button but no dice. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1 800 222 1020 and gmc at 1 800 462 8782.