The vehicle has a number of computers that record information about the vehicle's performance and how it is driven. For example, the vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance, to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle. These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle.
Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated, such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed. These modules may retain personal preferences, such as radio presets, seat positions, and temperature settings.
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors
Event Data RecordersDrive Range, Fifth Gear Default Automatic Transmission Unit
If the transmission is in 4th, 5th or 6th gear during a transmission electrical componentfailure, the transmission will default to 5th gear. All solenoids will default totheir normal state. If the torque converter clutch was applied, it will release. Thetransmission will stay in 5th gear default ran ...