General Motors expands its recall for ignition problems

General Motors has recalled millions of cars due to ignition problems, and if your car is on the list, you should have it checked out as soon as possible.  A defect in the ignition switch can cause it to switch into the “off” position while driving, possibly resulting in the driver losing control while at the same time keeping the airbags from deploying. The issue has been linked to dozens of crashes and at least 13 deaths.

GM says an insert being added to car keys should solve the problem, and dealers can perform the fix. Until repairs are made, though, drivers are being warned to remove everything from their key chains and drive with only the key in the ignition so the key remains more evenly balanced in the ignition slot.

The affected models include:

 Buick Lacrosse, 2005-2009
 Buick Lucerne, 2006-2011
 Buick Regal LS & GS, 2004-2005
 Cadillac CTS, 2003-2014
 Cadillac Deville, 2000-2005
 Cadillac DTS, 2004-2011
 Cadillac SRX, 2004-2006
 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2005-2010
 Chevrolet HHR, 2006-2011
 Chevrolet Impala, 2000-2014
 Chevrolet Malibu,1997-2005
 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2000-2008
 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002
 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1998-2002
 Pontiac G5, 2007-2010
 Pontiac Grand Am, 1999-2005
 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2004-2008
 Pontiac Solstice, 2006-2010
 Saturn ION, 2003-2007
 Saturn Sky, 2007-2010