Safety Recall NHTSA · 77V162000 Reported September 26, 1977

Visual systems:windshield washer:fluid reservoir

General Motors, Llc · Visibility · 5,146 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
77V162000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
5,146
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 26, 1977

Defect Summary

Some of the involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems". The windshield washer bottle on the involved vehicles may crack and allow washer fluid to drain out.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect the washer bottle and, if necessary, replace it without charge to owner.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 77V162000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 77V162000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 77V162000?

NHTSA recall 77V162000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 26, 1977. It addresses: Visual systems:windshield washer:fluid reservoir. The recall affects approximately 5,146 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 77V162000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.