1997 Chevrolet Cavalier recall: windshield wiper/washer
General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on August 29, 1996. It covers about 50 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 50
- reported
- Aug 29, 1996
- owners notified
- Aug 29, 1996
- related complaints
- 40
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
- What is wrong
- These vehicles were built with an incorrect wiper blade assembly (17" long instead of 22" long) on the driver's side. This does not comply with fmvss no. 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems."
- Risk
- The area and pattern wiped on the windshield will be reduced and could affect the driver's view in wet weather increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for the correct wiper blade assembly and install a correct length wiper blade assembly.
Recall number 96V160000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Cavalier 1997 1997
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 40 complaints about visibility problems.
Questions about recall 96V160000
Is there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier windshield wiper/washer?
Yes. Recall 96V160000, reported on August 29, 1996, covers about 50 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 96V160000?
Dealers will inspect for the correct wiper blade assembly and install a correct length wiper blade assembly.
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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