Recall 03V-159: 1995–1997 Chevrolet Astro, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer and 11 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Apr 28, 2003, covering about 1,755,876 vehicles.
The problem
On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
The risk
If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on june 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, gmc at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Notes
Gm recall no. 03023.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V159000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Astro | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 | All years |
| Chevrolet C/K Pickups | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Chevrolet S10 | 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Chevrolet Sierra PU | 1996 | All years |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
| GMC C/K Series | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| GMC Jimmy | 1996 | All years |
| GMC Safari | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| GMC Suburban | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| GMC Yukon | 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Bravada | 1996 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 03V-159?
On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
How is recall 03V-159 fixed?
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on june 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, gmc at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.