firemangeorge: I did check the battery connections previously, and they are secure. (I was thinking that since the stereo stayed on and was not interrupted at all while the car was switching on and off, that they were probably ok, but I wanted to make sure).

I just checked the positive wire connection at the underhood fuse box, and it is secure.

I also just checked the fuse box itself, and the two halves of the fuse box did seem a little loose, so I secured them. I'm hoping that maybe that was the problem.

 

prod: I'm hoping you're right. #3 did seem a little loose.

 

dr fosg8: I believe the cel only comes on because the car shuts off while the key is "on", and that is also why the cel immediately goes back out when the car recovers, which would mean there are no codes to store.

The dealer did need to order the parts, but it only took one day to get them. I brought it in on Wednesday, and picked it up on Thursday. They did provide a rental, which may have been an incentive to get it done quickly.

 

lawdog88: It did exactly that (attempt to start and then sputter and fail) a number of times after a complete shut down, but lately it has started right up each time (I don't know why). I have the automatic.

 

I'm hoping that tightening the fuse box did the trick. I'll let everyone know tonight or tomorrow morning.

 

When it had stalled, did you let it set for a ~5-10 seconds before trying to re-start?

 

Sorry, but the above in red can not happen. The recall parts ordering is a VIN based order through GM. At the present time it is 4-8 week wait for parts AFTER the order is placed by the dealer.
The only way I could see them doing it in 1 day is if they gave you the parts that were ordered for another vehicle.

For peace of mind, I would check back with your dealer and have them explain this "World Record" on obtaining the parts.
Something fishy going on here. If they installed parts that are VIN assigned to another car, then GM's databased records may reflect that your car never received it's ordered parts. Could create an issue down the road if or when you try to sell your car.

I would also check your paper work. There should be 2 different recall numbers that show which recall repairs were performed. (can't recall those #s at this moment)

What's that quote ? "The plot thickens"

 

"According to my dealer receipt, 14133 is for the new keys. 14092 is for the ignition switch."

(copied from a previous post)

 

There is another one for new cylinder: 14113. The numbers are so similar the can be mixed up. I believe that the new cylinder includes new key, as a distinct deal.

There are 3 or so different scenarios: 1) new keys only 2)new switch only 3) new cylinder w/keys only
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/..._ids=14V171000

Mine was 2) & 3). I did get new keys. only 2 recall numbers.

 

Thanks for the number donbrew. Since I only got the switch and the keys on this recall work, I didn't have that other recall # on my receipt.(my cylinder was done previously)