2014 Chevrolet Malibu — Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: windshield: electrical heating element
Published November 19, 2013 · Recall initiated: November 13, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V567000, published November 19, 2013 and initiated November 13, 2013. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2014 Chevrolet Malibu — Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: windshield: electrical heating element.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- MALIBU
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Chevrolet Malibu — Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: windshield: electrical heating element recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V567000 on November 19, 2013. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: MALIBU.