Many of us knew about this about this issue in August this year. I have just received my formal notification from Holden on the 6th Dec for Recall 13-H-02.
When we talk about risk with brake issues, I had to wait 8 months for the GM logistic supply system to be able to provide the Dealership with two complete rear caliper assy's to replace mine that were out of tolerance.
This is just another case of waiting for a supply system to catch up and believe it or not this happens in the aviation industry all the time.
As long as I am made aware of the issue, I understand that sometimes components are just not available due to demand. It's up to all owners to then make the common sense judgement on the risk.
As for the Micro-switch, I can check the Supplementary pump each morning by pumping the pedal to confirm operation. Could it then fail that day, sure, but I could also blow a tyre or have any other mechanical part fail.
After the long term wait for my rear brake parts, I think I said earlier in this tread that I was not expecting this part until Feb 2014.. That time frame is looking good.
The wife is aware of the issue so makes her own judgement when driving.
My only disappointment with GM Holden was not getting the information letter out sooner to owners. Dealerships were informed in Aug. Delaying the information to try and reduce the perception that parts would only take a few months to become available may have been a poor call. The corrosion problem is what it is in the switch, just let those operating on the road know about it sooner.
Finished work for the year, bring on the Holidays!!!