Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
The windshield wiper motor in your vehicle is the part that powers your front windshield wipers. In some 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, or Buick Enclave models made between August 2015 and September 2015, this motor can get too hot when used.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wiper motor overheats, it could catch fire, which could cause a serious accident or injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty wiper motor cover assembly for free. Until then, don't use your front windshield wipers. If weather conditions require you to use them, contact your manufacturer for alternative arrangements to get your vehicle serviced at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured August 18, 2015 to September 24, 2015. Due to a manufacturing defect, the windshield wiper motor may overheat when used.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A wiper motor that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover assembly, free of charge. Owners are advised not to use their front windshield wipers until the wiper cover has been replaced. If weather conditions prevent operation of the vehicle without using the windshield wipers, GM will make arrangements to pick up the vehicle for servicing. The recall began on September 30, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15780.
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