Vehicle recall 96V160000 · August 29, 1996
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
These vehicles were built with an incorrect wiper blade assembly (17" long instead of 22" long) on the driver's side.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- These vehicles were built with an incorrect wiper blade assembly (17" long instead of 22" long) on the driver's side. This does not comply with FMVSS no. 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems."
- Consequence
- The area and pattern wiped on the windshield will be reduced and could affect the driver's view in wet weather increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for the correct wiper blade assembly and install a correct length wiper blade assembly.
- Notes
- Owner notification:owner notification began August 1996. Note: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.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 96V160000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 29, 1996
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Owner notification
- August 29, 1996
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 50
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Chevrolet Cavalier (1997): 1997
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