USA TODAY: With[out] the software fix, parts of the pickup’s exhaust system could overheat, causing a fire. All of the fires that have happened so far have only happened when the weather is frigid.
GM says owners may know they are in trouble if the “check engine” light illuminates continuously and an “engine power reduced” message, which generally puts a vehicle in what’s commonly called as limp-home mode. Another warning sign is if the trucks are running rough when they are started. It is warning owners not to let the trucks idle unattended.
Software reprogramming takes about 20 minutes at a dealership. Letters to owners are supposed to go out next week, but owners can make appointments to go to dealers sooner if they wish for an immediate fix, according to GM… (more)
