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swizlstik · 07-31-2014, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by 2013 ZL1 #7860

Didn't have to sign a waiver , just told them nicely. NO!

Same here.

Demon War Horse · 07-31-2014, 07:57 AM

Just a heads up... I have been hearing that some insuarnce companies are really pushing for people to get their safety recalls fixed as it could affect any "claim" that were to be made from a crash.

Not sure if that is true, or legally possible, just passing on info. I was not given the option on the key for my SS, but since the wife drives it too, I am ok with the recall and the keys. I liked the original style, but hey, I like the car better than the key anyway.

vatechguy3 · 07-31-2014, 07:59 AM

I guess I missed the build up to this.
what was the issue with the old style switchblade key that caused so many problems?

I have only ever had the separate key and fob and my knee hits or rubs the fob whenever I drive the ZL1, since it hangs down.

tony

ZED SLED · 07-31-2014, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by vatechguy3

I guess I missed the build up to this.
what was the issue with the old style switchblade key that caused so many problems?

I have only ever had the separate key and fob and my knee hits or rubs the fob whenever I drive the ZL1, since it hangs down.

tony

If you're 7'8" tall and sit 3" from the steering wheel, your knee might hit the switchblade fob, potentially turning off the ignition, disabling the airbag in a crash, causing your ribcage to be crushed by the steering wheel, which would happen anyway from sitting too close to it. Just a knee-jerk (pun intended) reaction by GM because of the other ignition switch fails. My Equinox uses the same type of fob, with the switch in basically the same position, and I haven't seen a single thing about a recall for that.

pickwithaustin · 07-31-2014, 08:51 AM

You don't have to do what the dealer tells you. Once you bought the car, it became yours... not theirs.

Kevlar382 · 07-31-2014, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by HDRDTD

Let's see here. My black 2013 ZL1 convertible with manual trans is one of 303 built. Add to that the fact that I am one of the few people to get the new keys, makes mine Camaro pretty darn rare.

No, it makes your key pretty darn rare.

Falls · 07-31-2014, 10:49 AM

My 2015 is supposed to have the fob and key separate . Thats what then dealer showed me on a 15 they had sitting there.

I like the flip but don't think I'LL have a choice.

Q'smuscle · 07-31-2014, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by brian-nicola

You aren't required to sign anything and you can refuse the recall.Mine came from the factory with the new key, on delivery brought my knife, punch and hammer to dealership, changed it over in 10min on the parts counter. The horror look on their faces was worth it! Never try to out smart an old hot rodder.... Now if I could only get OnStar to stop calling the car with their stupid offers...now where is that fuse?

LOL.... man do I wish that I was there!

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Originally Posted by Kevlar382

No, it makes your key pretty darn rare.

This!

BGKBCK · 07-31-2014, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Shin Diesel

Got a call from chevy dealership and asked me to bring my original keys so that they could change it to new ones. guess this is part of recall(not safe to drive with original one). So i went in and got new keys..... and these are what new keys look like... i do not like these keys

Let me be the first to say nice LV key cover! I have the damier wallet in that color. Oh, not digging the standard key. Keeping my original all the way...

trashmanssd · 07-31-2014, 11:22 AM

Just another reason not to answer the phone friends needing favors, employees needing loans, stealership wanting my keys.

ihada69L78 · 07-31-2014, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Falls

My 2015 is supposed to have the fob and key separate . Thats what then dealer showed me on a 15 they had sitting there.

I like the flip but don't think I'LL have a choice.

You do have a choice. Read post #8.

Clark Grizwald · 07-31-2014, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by HDRDTD

Let's see here. My black 2013 ZL1 convertible with manual trans is one of 303 built. Add to that the fact that I am one of the few people to get the new keys, makes mine Camaro pretty darn rare.

I like my 2013 ZL1 well done!

Snickers · 07-31-2014, 07:43 PM

Why does your trunk button read "hold"?

... mine doesnt.

TheGC1 · 11-17-2014, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ZED SLED

If you're 7'8" tall and sit 3" from the steering wheel, your knee might hit the switchblade fob, potentially turning off the ignition, disabling the airbag in a crash, causing your ribcage to be crushed by the steering wheel, which would happen anyway from sitting too close to it. Just a knee-jerk (pun intended) reaction by GM because of the other ignition switch fails. My Equinox uses the same type of fob, with the switch in basically the same position, and I haven't seen a single thing about a recall for that.

Thanks for this. That was one of the funniest things I've read in a while.

BTW, I'm opting to keep my original keys...

07-31-2014, 07:57 AM	#16
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07-31-2014, 07:59 AM	#17
vatechguy3 Drives: 2014 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 493	I guess I missed the build up to this. what was the issue with the old style switchblade key that caused so many problems? I have only ever had the separate key and fob and my knee hits or rubs the fob whenever I drive the ZL1, since it hangs down. tony __________________ 2014 ZL1 M6 Bone stock, for now! 2001 Z28 M6 !cags, !air, FTP 85mm Lid, Z06 85mm MAF, P&P TB !4x4, Strano Springs, Strano Sways, Koni 4/4s, Watts Link ARH LTs, ARH catted Y, SLP catback with Dual/Dual Muffler, SLP CME and Valance OE Wheels Machined Face C5 DDs, 18x10.5s, with 295/35-18s on all 4 corners! 352rwhp and 366rwtq

07-31-2014, 08:51 AM	#19
pickwithaustin Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible and: Join Date: May 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,863	You don't have to do what the dealer tells you. Once you bought the car, it became yours... not theirs. __________________ --------------------------- Currently in my Garage: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible \| 1980 Corvette Stingray \| 1981 Firebird \| 1968 El Camino \| 2007 Crown Vic Police Interceptor \| 2001 Silverado \| 2001 Blazer \| 1965 Chevy C-10 \| 2007 Harley Softail Custom \| 2013 MX-5 in Copper Red Mica \| 2000 Corvette Convertible \| 2010 Corvette Grand Sport \| 2006 Audi A3 Turbo \| 2008 BMW 328i

07-31-2014, 07:43 PM	#27
Snickers Rumblebee Drives: ZL1 Rally Yellow Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 157	Why does your trunk button read "hold"? ... mine doesnt. __________________ '13 ZL1 Rally Yellow A6 Coupe From dusk till dawn, hammering the Autobahn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EReANdItaE0

07-31-2014, 10:49 AM	#21
Falls Drives: 2015 Silver ZL1 A6 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Menomonee Falls Wi. Posts: 41	My 2015 is supposed to have the fob and key separate . Thats what then dealer showed me on a 15 they had sitting there. I like the flip but don't think I'LL have a choice.

07-31-2014, 11:22 AM	#24
trashmanssd Drives: Black 14 2SS/1LE/RS 14 Tundra Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Plymouth, Ma Posts: 2,414	Just another reason not to answer the phone friends needing favors, employees needing loans, stealership wanting my keys.