2014 Chevrolet Malibu recall: Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system, windshield, electrical heating element
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V567000
- Reported
- November 13, 2013
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Part
- Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system, windshield, electrical heating element
- Vehicles affected
- About 42,696
What is wrong
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through November 5, 2013. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) control in these vehicles may intermittently become inoperable when the vehicle is started, preventing the windshield defroster from working. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Safety risk
The inability to turn on the windshield defroster may decrease the driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic climate control module software, free of charge. The recall began during December 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13380.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Chevrolet Malibu (2014). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
The inability to turn on the windshield defroster may decrease the driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic climate control module software, free of charge. The recall began during December 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13380.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.