When the turn signals are inoperative, the driver cannot use them to signal intent to turn that could result in a crash.

Exterior Lighting — Hazard Flashing Warning Lights — Switch

Date Announced
AUG 28, 2003
Vehicles Affected
670,740
Chevrolet Recall #
03043
NHTSA Campaign #
03V327000
Summary
Certain passenger vehicles have hazard warning switches that may experience solder joint cracking caused by rapid temperature transitions and the soldering process. If solder joint cracking occurs and results in an open circuit, the turn signals/hazard lamps become intermittent or inoperative.
Actions
Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch. Owner notification began on February 5, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, or Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
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