NHTSA Recall 12V408000: Windshield wiper/washer (visibility)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 44,668 vehicles. It affects 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V408000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12176 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER |
| Report received | August 20, 2012 |
| Owner notification | September 7, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
A lack of washer fluid could impede the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Notes
GM's recall campaign number is 12176.Customers may 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V408000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.