This contamination interferes with the electrical circuit continuity and prevents the windshield wiper motor from operating. Inoperative windshield wipers can contribute to reduced visibility during inclement weather increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Motor

Date Announced
FEB 26, 1997
Vehicles Affected
74,965
NHTSA Campaign #
97V026000
Summary
The windshield wiper motor circuit breaker electrical contacts were contaminated during assembly.
Actions
Dealers will remove the contaminants from the windshield wiper motor circuit breaker contacts.
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