Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
CHEVROLET
Model Of Vehicle
SONIC
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V408000
Component Description
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
Effect Of Defect
A Lack Of Washer Fluid Could Impede The Driver’S View, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20110505
End Of Manufacture
20120224
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
44668
Date Owners Notified
20120907
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20120820
Make Campaign Number
12176
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
104