ID: #04V060000
MFR: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
SYSTEM_COMPONENT
STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
EVENT_SUMMARY
Your vehicle has an electronic steering column locking system that prevents the steering from turning when the ignition is turned to 'lock'. It's designed to shut off the fuel supply if the system fails to unlock when the vehicle is started, but there's a risk of malfunction if the system voltage is low or interrupted.
RISK_ASSESSMENT
If the system fails, you could experience a loss of steering control while driving, which could lead to a crash without warning.
RESOLUTION_PROTOCOL
A free repair will be performed by a dealership. For automatic transmission vehicles, the dealership will remove the column lock plate, allowing the ignition key to be removed without locking the steering column. For manual transmission vehicles, the dealership will reprogram the control module and perform a dimensional check, and if necessary, replace the lock plate.