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TommyTheCat · 02-20-2015, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by trashmanssd

Just got another Recall notice in the mail it went straight in the trash can. I have to go in this spring for cracked tail light that's getting condensation in it hope the don't get pushy I don't handle pushy well.

Only take one key in. If they perform the recall, break one of 2 new spares they'll give you and put the key back in the old fob, you now have two normal keys like now plus an extra spare.

SSJ455 · 02-20-2015, 03:21 PM

I received another recall postcard yesterday for the recall. Not gonna happen.

Dexman1349 · 02-20-2015, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by xmattyx

Many of Chevy's other models come with push button start so it wouldnt be required

The issue lies in the orientation of the ignition, not in the key design. Rather than replace the ignition switch in the car where the key is rotated to a safer position, it was just easier to change the key. New keys are just a bandaid fix.

nlghtcrawler · 02-20-2015, 05:46 PM

Read the 2nd recall letter you guys get, it might not be related to the key, I work at a GM/Chevy dealership & the "new" recall is a bolt underneath your seat if you have power (raise & lower) adjustable seats.

Basically we just remove the bolt and replace it with a longer one to fit a nut behind the bolt. takes about 10-15 minutes

jshaf · 02-20-2015, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by nlghtcrawler

Read the 2nd recall letter you guys get, it might not be related to the key, I work at a GM/Chevy dealership & the "new" recall is a bolt underneath your seat if you have power (raise & lower) adjustable seats.

Basically we just remove the bolt and replace it with a longer one to fit a nut behind the bolt. takes about 10-15 minutes

that one I have received and will have done in the spring, no way in hell they are getting my switch blades!

Chevy_cowboy · 02-20-2015, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by nlghtcrawler

Read the 2nd recall letter you guys get, it might not be related to the key, I work at a GM/Chevy dealership & the "new" recall is a bolt underneath your seat if you have power (raise & lower) adjustable seats.

Basically we just remove the bolt and replace it with a longer one to fit a nut behind the bolt. takes about 10-15 minutes

yeah I got that one too. FYI for those that would prefer to do it themselves and avoid the dealer, the kit to fix the seat is just a couple bucks. I ordered it a couple days ago.

Here's a post detailing the procedure and part number. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showpo...3&postcount=10

MLAZ1990 · 02-20-2015, 09:31 PM

They try to get me with this every time I go in for something lol. I just say "I'll bring both keys next time!

TooCool5 · 02-21-2015, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Dexman1349

The issue lies in the orientation of the ignition, not in the key design. Rather than replace the ignition switch in the car where the key is rotated to a safer position, it was just easier to change the key. New keys are just a bandaid fix.

Definitely just a band aid. The new key caused my Camaro to shut off 3 times!

Turns out now the remote hangs down and lines up with my knee. Just the right
position to bump it up and hit the switch.

What a joke!

Adrian97c · 03-03-2015, 07:29 AM

Check out this article from USA TODAY:

Bill: No recall fix, no registration

http://usat.ly/1BA9u9e

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trashmanssd · 03-03-2015, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Adrian97c

Check out this article from USA TODAY:

Bill: No recall fix, no registration

http://usat.ly/1BA9u9e

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Figure one of our very own Ed Markey calling for more laws. Yet here in mass they stopped sending out the notice in the mail to remind you when your license needed to be renewed because it cost to much to send the notices. Now they want to try and track recalls and if they have been done. Total BS.

nancygrl · 03-03-2015, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by BigRed585Lbs

So I traded the Camaro yesterday on a new Terrain and they gave me this to start it with:

Is my life in danger or is GM just jumping at shadows?
Oh, Mary, get tough.

Yeah....it' s pretty ridiculous. My '14 Sonic also comes with a switchblade key too....and in that little car, it is certainly closer to my knee. In the Camaro my knee isn't even close to the key.

JCz SS · 03-03-2015, 12:38 PM

Went in and had the key recall done Friday. I bought my SS used and only got one key, so now I have two at zero cost to me and I can convert one back into the fob. Score!

JCz SS · 03-03-2015, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by classicrockr

After several visits to the dealer (after telling them NOT to do the key recall)they decide to do the recall this time. they gave me 2 keys & the fob back. Does anyone remember which thread showed the steps in returnging the blade back into the slot on the original fob?

This one?

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=378553

02-20-2015, 03:21 PM	#114
SSJ455 Drives: "Kara Zor-El" 2017 2SS HBM Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lower Hudson Valley Posts: 2,055 View My Garage	I received another recall postcard yesterday for the recall. Not gonna happen. __________________ Lead me not into temptation. I already know the way. Lana? Lana? LANA! LAAANAAAA!!!! What? Dangerzoooooone.

02-20-2015, 05:46 PM	#116
nlghtcrawler Drives: 2013 Camaro 1LT RS Join Date: May 2014 Location: Roswell NM Posts: 9	Read the 2nd recall letter you guys get, it might not be related to the key, I work at a GM/Chevy dealership & the "new" recall is a bolt underneath your seat if you have power (raise & lower) adjustable seats. Basically we just remove the bolt and replace it with a longer one to fit a nut behind the bolt. takes about 10-15 minutes __________________ 2015 Camaro 2SS Manual Transmission NPP Dual Performance Exhaust Sunroof Naviagion

03-03-2015, 07:29 AM	#121
Adrian97c Drives: Wife's 14' IS 250 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: PSL, FL Posts: 2,207	Check out this article from USA TODAY: Bill: No recall fix, no registration http://usat.ly/1BA9u9e Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 2016 Camaro HBM A8, 2SS, NPP, Sunroof, Kalahari Interior/kneepads, Black bowties, 56v: -11% tint all around Ordered • 2/06/16 Built on • 3/22/16 Adopted • 4/07/16 Sold on 2/05/16: 2014 Camaro SW L99, 2SS, RS, NAV, Inferno Orange Interior: -Borla ATAK catback -Range AFM delete -15% tint all around -Red LED interior bulbs -55k white Cree LED fogs -License plate LED bulb swap -12" Sub Kit, BA amp swap -Oracle ghosted LED sidemarkers

02-20-2015, 09:31 PM	#119
MLAZ1990 Drives: 2012 black camaro 2LS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 3,023 View My Garage	They try to get me with this every time I go in for something lol. I just say "I'll bring both keys next time!

03-03-2015, 12:38 PM	#124
JCz SS Drives: 2010 SS M6 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 29	Went in and had the key recall done Friday. I bought my SS used and only got one key, so now I have two at zero cost to me and I can convert one back into the fob. Score!