The problem
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 Chevrolet colorado and GMC canyon vehicles manufactured from September 22, 2010, through November 5, 2010. Some of these vehicles have the condition in which the windshield wiper motor crank arm nut May not be tightened to specification. When the wipers are operated with a build-up of snow or ice, or if the wipers are operated on a dry windshield, the nut could loosen. If there is sufficient loosening of the nut, the wipers could become inoperative.
The risk
Driver visibility could be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will secure the wiper motor crank arm nut free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before May 11, 2011. Owners May contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-276 (11V276000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 11095 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor |
| Report date | May 6, 2011 |
| Owners notified | May 13, 2011 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,674 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-276 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will secure the wiper motor crank arm nut free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before May 11, 2011. Owners May contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,674 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.