2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent recall: windshield

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on June 13, 2007. It covers about 6,213 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 6,213
reported: Jun 13, 2007
owners notified: Jun 14, 2007
related complaints: 30

Visibility: windshield

What is wrong: Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting." an incorrect primer may have been used when installing the windshield. The same primer may have also been applied to the liftgate glass and the side stationary glass.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the windshield may not be retained to the extent required by the standard, increasing the risk of personal injuries to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield, the liftgate glass, and the side stationary glass. The recall began on june 14, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.

Recall number 07V242000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Equinox 2007 2007
Pontiac Torrent 2007 2007

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 30 complaints about visibility problems.

2007 Chevrolet Equinox 2007 Pontiac Torrent

Questions about recall 07V242000

Is there a recall on the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent windshield?

Yes. Recall 07V242000, reported on June 13, 2007, covers about 6,213 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V242000?

Dealers will replace the windshield, the liftgate glass, and the side stationary glass. The recall began on june 14, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.

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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