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2011 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon recall: motor

General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on May 6, 2011. It covers about 4,674 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4,674
reported
May 6, 2011
owners notified
May 13, 2011

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor

What is wrong
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet colorado and gmc canyon vehicles manufactured from september 22, 2010, through november 5, 2010. Some of these vehicles have the condition in which the windshield wiper motor crank arm nut may not be tightened to specification. When the wipers are operated with a build-up of snow or ice, or if the wipers are operated on a dry windshield, the nut could loosen. If there is sufficient loosening of the nut, the wipers could become inoperative.
Risk
Driver visibility could be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the wiper motor crank arm nut free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before may 11, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall number 11V276000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V276000

Is there a recall on the 2011 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon motor?

Yes. Recall 11V276000, reported on May 6, 2011, covers about 4,674 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V276000?

Dealers will secure the wiper motor crank arm nut free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before may 11, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or 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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