2009-2010 Chevrolet Express, GMC Sanana and others recall: defroster/defogger/hvac system

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on March 12, 2010. It covers about 9,137 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 9,137
reported: Mar 12, 2010
owners notified: Mar 12, 2010

Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system

What is wrong: General motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 103, "windshield wiping and washing systems." these vehicles were built with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) control knobs that may fracture and spin on the control shaft. The driver may no longer be able to control the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle.
Risk: If this condition affects the defrost system when it is required, it may decrease the driver's visibility, and could possibly result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all HVAC control knobs free of charge. The safety recall began on march 11, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall number 10V096000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V096000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2010 Chevrolet Express, GMC Sanana and others defroster/defogger/hvac system?

Yes. Recall 10V096000, reported on March 12, 2010, covers about 9,137 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V096000?

Dealers will replace all HVAC control knobs free of charge. The safety recall began on march 11, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or at the owner center at 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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