NHTSA Recall 17V386000: Visibility/wiper
BYD Coach & Bus reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 13 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Byd K7 M.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V386000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
| Report received | June 19, 2017 |
| Owner notification | June 19, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BYD Coach & Bus (BYD) is recalling certain 2015-2016 K7 M buses. The affected vehicles have wiper arms that can crack where they mount to the wiper motor causing the wiper arms to bend or detach from the vehicle.
Safety risk
A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BYD has notified the owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the windshield wiper mounts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 19, 2017. Owners may contact BYD customer service at 1-661-940-3250.
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 17V386000
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.