Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs Recalled

The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, rendering one or both wipers inoperable

General Motors is recalling 681,509 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs from the 2014 and 2015 model years to address a windshield wiper defect. The automaker found that ball joints in the windshield wiper modules may experience corrosion and wear that could cause one or both front wipers to fail.

An inoperative wiper could obstruct visibility and increase the risk of a crash. GM says there is no warning sign of an imminent failure.

Dealerships will inspect the wiper module that houses the defective ball joint and repair it or replace it with an improved module as necessary. GM will reimburse owners who paid for a similar repair prior to this announcement.

The automaker will send owner notification letters in early May 2022.

Vehicles recalled: 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs.

The problem: The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.

The fix: Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge.

How to contact the manufacturer: For more information, contact Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 800-462-8782.

NHTSA campaign number: 22V165000. GM’s number for this recall is N212352530.

Check to see whether your vehicle has an open recall: NHTSA’s website will tell you whether your vehicle has any open recalls that need to be addressed.

If you plug your car’s 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) into NHTSA’s website and a recall doesn’t appear, it means your vehicle doesn’t currently have any open recalls. Because automakers issue recalls often, and for many older vehicles, we recommend checking back regularly to see whether your vehicle has had a recall issued.

Jeff S. Bartlett

Jeff S. Bartlett is the managing editor for the autos team at Consumer Reports. He has been with CR since 2005. Previously, Jeff served as the online editorial director of Motor Trend for 11 years. Throughout his career, Jeff has driven thousands of cars, many on racetracks around the globe. Follow him on Twitter @JeffSBartlett.