NHTSA Recall 08V634000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V634000; Date: Dec. 2, 2008
If the windshield began to fog or frost, there may not be enough airflow to clear the windshield, resulting in reduced driver visibility and a possible crash without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Chevrolet Malibu
Component: Visibility:defroster/defogger System
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 77
Recall Summary:
Gm is recalling 77 my 2009 Chevrolet malibu hybrid vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging system. " the heating, ventilation, and airconditioning (hvac) system may become inoperative. If this were to occur, the blower would not function properly and the mode selector would remain in the last known setting.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reprogram the hvac control head module. The recall is expected to begin on December 17, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or through their website at http://www. Gmownercenter. Com .
Recall Notes:
Gm recall no. 08388. Customers 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 .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 17, 2008
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