NHTSA Recall 22V165000: Motor (visibility)
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 681,509 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Equinox.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V165000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N212352530 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | March 17, 2022 |
| Owner notification | October 25, 2022 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.
Safety risk
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212352530.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V165000
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.