2009 Chevrolet Malibu recall: defroster/defogger/hvac system
General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on December 2, 2008. It covers about 77 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 77
- reported
- Dec 2, 2008
- owners notified
- Dec 17, 2008
- related complaints
- 23
Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 77 my 2009 chevrolet malibu hybrid vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging system." the heating, ventilation, and airconditioning (HVAC) system may become inoperative. If this were to occur, the blower would not function properly and the mode selector would remain in the last known setting.
- Risk
- If the windshield began to fog or frost, there may not be enough airflow to clear the windshield, resulting in reduced driver visibility and a possible crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the HVAC control head module. The recall is expected to begin on december 17, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
Recall number 08V634000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Malibu 2009 2009
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 23 complaints about visibility problems.
Questions about recall 08V634000
Is there a recall on the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu defroster/defogger/hvac system?
Yes. Recall 08V634000, reported on December 2, 2008, covers about 77 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V634000?
Dealers will reprogram the HVAC control head module. The recall is expected to begin on december 17, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
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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