GMC Terrain recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 4, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2013 GMC Terrain, Equinox

Recall number

16V582000

Brand / firm

GMC, Chevrolet

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 367,808 units

Why it was recalled

Inoperative windshield wipers may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.

What to do

GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 25302.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.