Exterior mirror without magnification/fmvss 111
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 chevrolet express manufactured september 25, 2015, to august 22, 2016, and 2016 gmc savana cargo and cutaway vans manufactured january 28, 2016, to may 18, 2016. the affected vehicles were manufactured without an inside rearview mirror and with a right-hand convex exterior review mirror. these vehicles are required to have either an inside rearview mirror or both left and right-hand flat exterior rearview mirrors. thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 111, "rearview mirrors."
Safety Consequence
If the driver does not have a clear unobstructed view to the back of the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will instal a right-hand flat rearview mirror, free of charge. the recall began on november 8, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. gm's number for this recall is 16036.
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FAQ: Recall 16V700000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V700000?
NHTSA recall 16V700000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 29, 2016. It addresses: Exterior mirror without magnification/fmvss 111. The recall affects approximately 40 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 16V700000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16036. 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.