NHTSA recall 13V173000

What's wrong: Affects vehicles equipped with eassist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the generator control module (gcm) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.

Why it matters: If the vehicle is continued to be driven, the engine may stall and/or the vehicle may not start. In addition, there may be a burning or melting odor, smoke, and possibly a fire in the trunk.

The fix: Gm will notify owners and dealers will test the gcm and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013.