Chevy recalls over 44,000 Sonic models over windshield washer issue

Sep 04, 2012 0 Replies

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Report Date: August 26, 2012 at 09:21 AM NHTSA Campaign ID number: 12V408000



Vehicle Model Year(s) Make / Model: 2012 CHEVROLET / SONIC Manufacturer: General Motors LLC Mfr's Report Date: AUG 17, 2012



Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER Potential Number of Units Affected: 44,668



Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured from May 5, 2011, through February 24,



2012. These vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems." The windshield wiper washer hose on these vehicles may separate from the washer fluid reservoir. If this occurs, washer fluid will not be available to the windshield.

Consequence: A lack of washer fluid could impede the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.



Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will secure the windshield washer hose to prevent separation, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, September 7, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.


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