NHTSA Recall 16V582000: Motor (visibility)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 367,808 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Equinox.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V582000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25302 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | August 4, 2016 |
| Owner notification | April 13, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.
Safety risk
Inoperative windshield wipers may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 25302.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V582000
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.