General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V634000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V634000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 77 affected units, FMVSS 103/HVAC SYSTEM INOPERATIVE, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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 <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V634000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-12-02T00:00:00

Subject: Fmvss 103/hvac system inoperative

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 77

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 08388

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: 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 <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-65bd~dpdg.m6x5

NHTSA ID: 08V634000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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