Vehicle recall 08V634000 · December 2, 2008
2009 Chevrolet Malibu
If this were to occur, the blower would not function properly and the mode selector would remain in the last known setting.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- GM is recalling 77 my 2009 Chevrolet malibu hybrid vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging system." the heating, ventilation, and airconditioning (HVAC) system may become inoperative. If this were to occur, the blower would not function properly and the mode selector would remain in the last known setting.
- Consequence
- If the windshield began to fog or frost, there may not be enough airflow to clear the windshield, resulting in reduced driver visibility and a possible crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the HVAC control head module. The recall is expected to begin on December 17, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com.
- Notes
- GM recall no. 08388.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V634000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 2, 2008
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 08388
- Owner notification
- December 17, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 77
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Chevrolet Malibu (2009): 2009
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