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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 10V096📅 Mar 12, 2010

2009–2010 Chevrolet Express & 2010 GMC Sanana + 1 more recall: windows, wipers & mirrors

⚠️ What's 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.

💥 The 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.

🔧 The fix

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 fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
10V096000
Manufacturer recall #
10012
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Vehicles affected
9,137
Component
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-800-630-2438
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 12, 2010
Built
Jul 27, 2009 – Aug 31, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
GM recall no. 10012.owners may also 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 .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 10V096 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 10V096?

2009–2010 Chevrolet Express & 2010 GMC Sanana + 1 more. 9,137 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Chevrolet dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-630-2438.