Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
Your 2012 Chevrolet Sonic's windshield wiper washer hose might detach from the washer fluid reservoir, so you should have it checked.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hose detaches, you might not have washer fluid on your windshield, which could block your view and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! Dealers will secure the washer hose to prevent it from detaching, and you'll be all set.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A lack of washer fluid could impede the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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