A GM headlight warranty extension has been created to cover problems related to headlamp driver modules that cause the low-beam headlights and daytime running lights to fail.
General Motors has had troubles for years with the modules that caused recalls and a recent government investigation that was opened to determine if the recalls worked.
Vehicles affected by the headlight module program include the following:
- 2006–2008 Buick LaCrosse
- 2006–2008 Buick Allure
- 2006 Buick Rainier
- 2006-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer
- 2006-2009 GMC Envoy
- 2006 or 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT
- 2006 GMC Envoy XL
General Motors calls it a "special program" for cases where low-beam headlights or daytime running lights are not operating on both right and left sides of the vehicle at the same time.
The automaker says this program will not apply if only one side is affected by a loss of low-beam headlights or running lights, so taking the vehicle to a dealer in this condition means paying for repairs yourself.
General Motors says it will provide owners with additional protection for problems related to the headlight modules. If the headlight problem occurs within 12 years of the date the vehicle was originally placed in service, or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first, a GM dealer will fix the headlight module for free.
If you own one of the above vehicles and believe it has the headlight module problems, only an authorized GM dealer can replace the headlamp driver module for free, so contact a dealer to schedule an appointment because it's possible the dealer will need to order the parts.
Owners and lessees who have already paid for repairs for the headlamp driver module can be reimbursed. GM will provide a reimbursement form that you'll need to give to your dealer or mail to GM by May 31, 2018.
Watch your mail if you own one of the above Buick, GMC, Chevy or Pontiac vehicles.