General Motors LLC is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured from
— Recall Campaign #12V408000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured from May 5, 2011, through February 24, 2012. These vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems." The windshield wiper washer hose on these vehicles may separate from the washer fluid reservoir. If this occurs, washer fluid will not be available to the windshield.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 44,668 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V408000
| Manufacturer: | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 20, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V408000 |
| Units affected: | 44,668 |
- Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured from May 5, 2011, through February 24, 2012. These vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems." The windshield wiper washer hose on these vehicles may separate from the washer fluid reservoir. If this occurs, washer fluid will not be available to the windshield.
- Consequeces:
- A lack of washer fluid could impede the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will secure the windshield washer hose to prevent separation, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
- Notes:
- GM's recall campaign number is 12176.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.