Front windshield wiper motor may overheat
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2016 chevrolet traverse, gmc acadia, and buick enclave vehicles manufactured august 18, 2015 to september 24, 2015. due to a manufacturing defect, the windshield wiper motor may overheat when used.
Safety Consequence
A wiper motor that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Gm has notified owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover assembly, free of charge. owners are advised not to use their front windshield wipers until the wiper cover has been replaced. if weather conditions prevent operation of the vehicle without using the windshield wipers, gm will make arrangements to pick up the vehicle for servicing. the recall began on september 30, 2015. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, and gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. gm's number for this recall is 15780.
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FAQ: Recall 15V609000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V609000?
NHTSA recall 15V609000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 29, 2015. It addresses: Front windshield wiper motor may overheat. The recall affects approximately 29,295 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V609000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15780/15789. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.