2002-2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer, Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and others recall: windshield wiper/washer

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on February 4, 2004. It covers about 581,394 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 581,394
reported: Feb 4, 2004
owners notified: Jul 6, 2004
related complaints: 370

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer

What is wrong: Certain sport utility vehicles have windshield wiper systems that will not turn on, cease operation while in use, fail to turn off/on by themselves (moisture sensitive wiper system), or have continuous windshield washer pump operation because the presence of water within the wiper modules can either cause a short circuit or can lead to the corrosion of components within the module.
Risk: Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will cover the windshield wiper module vent hole with a patch. Also, the wiper motor, circuit board, and electrical connector will be inspected to signs of water intrusion and/or corrosion and be replaced as required. The recall began july 6, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537; or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Recall number 04V046000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Trailblazer 2002-2003 2002 2003
Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 2002-2003 2002 2003
GMC Envoy 2002-2003 2002 2003
GMC Envoy XL 2002-2003 2002 2003
Oldsmobile Bravada 2002-2003 2002 2003

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 370 complaints about visibility problems.

2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 2002 GMC Envoy 2003 GMC Envoy 2002 GMC Envoy XL 2003 GMC Envoy XL 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada

Questions about recall 04V046000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer, Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and others windshield wiper/washer?

Yes. Recall 04V046000, reported on February 4, 2004, covers about 581,394 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V046000?

Dealers will cover the windshield wiper module vent hole with a patch. Also, the wiper motor, circuit board, and electrical connector will be inspected to signs of water intrusion and/or corrosion and be replaced as required. The recall began july 6, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537; or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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