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118 model-year entries · 2005–2025

Chevrolet visibility problems

2,328 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Chevrolet vehicles for visibility issues. 14 active recall campaigns. See visibility across all makes →

Complaints

2,328

Recalls

Year-models

118

Avg fix

$350

15crashes

45fires

18injuries

Editorial perspective by Mark Driver · Founder, ProblemsByVin

I've had plenty of Chevrolet in the bay over the years, and the visibility complaints on these don't surprise me. 2,328 on the NHTSA record across 118 model-year entries (2005–2025) is not a fluke. The complaints are spread across the lineup — no single model is doing all the work. That tells you it's an engineering or supplier pattern, not a one-off bad year. 45 fire reports on the federal record — not common in this category but documented and worth weight. Repair cost runs around $350 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Across the 1,458 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 75,787 miles. Wipers, washers, backup camera, defroster — exercise all of them on the test drive. None of these failures are emergencies but they add up.

Worst-affected Chevrolet model-years for visibility Top 25 by complaint volume

2015 Chevrolet Equinox

264 complaints · 1 recall · ~$350 moderate

2006 Chevrolet Equinox

236 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2014 Chevrolet Equinox

178 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2013 Chevrolet Equinox

145 complaints · 1 recall · ~$350 moderate

2010 Chevrolet Equinox

128 complaints · 1 recall · ~$350 moderate

2012 Chevrolet Equinox

115 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2016 Chevrolet Equinox

108 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2011 Chevrolet Equinox

68 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer

61 complaints · ~$350 severe

2014 Chevrolet Cruze

41 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2014 Chevrolet Silverado

39 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2012 Chevrolet Cruze

38 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer

31 complaints · 2 recalls · ~$350 severe

2013 Chevrolet Malibu

30 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2015 Chevrolet Silverado

29 complaints · ~$350 severe

2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer

27 complaints · 1 recall · ~$350 severe

2013 Chevrolet Cruze

24 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2011 Chevrolet Impala

24 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2006 Chevrolet Impala

23 complaints · ~$350 severe

2011 Chevrolet Cruze

22 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2017 Chevrolet Silverado

19 complaints · ~$350 severe

2014 Chevrolet Malibu

18 complaints · 1 recall · ~$350 moderate

2005 Chevrolet Silverado

18 complaints · ~$350 severe

2025 Chevrolet Equinox

17 complaints · ~$350 moderate

2016 Chevrolet Silverado

17 complaints · ~$350 severe

Active recalls — Chevrolet visibility 12 on file

severe NHTSA 16V700000 September 29, 2016 2017 Chevrolet Express

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

If the driver does not have a clear unobstructed view to the back of the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

severe NHTSA 15V609000 September 29, 2015 2016 Chevrolet Traverse

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

A wiper motor that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: 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.

severe NHTSA 14V375000 June 27, 2014 2014 Chevrolet SS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured June 7, 2013, to May 29, 2014, and 2014 Chevrolet SS vehicles manufactured September 13, 2013, to March 4, 2014

Inoperative wipers will not clear rain or snow, reducing the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper module assembly and replace any affected ones, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14295.

severe NHTSA 15V599000 September 24, 2015 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer and GMC Envoy vehicles, and 2006 GMC Envoy XL and Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT vehicles

The protective coating may not eliminate the risk that the circuit board could short and result in a fire, even while the vehicle is unattended.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new driver's door switch module, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15700.

severe NHTSA 09V489000 December 23, 2009 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

General motors is recalling certain model year 2010 Chevrolet equinox and GMC terrain vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no

Driving without a functioning defrost system can decrease your visibility under certain driving conditions and could result in a crash without warning.

Fix: Dealers will replace the computer module in the center instrument panel free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during january 2010. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

severe NHTSA 19V387000 May 23, 2019 2019 Chevrolet Express

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles

Tempered glass increases the risk of injury in the event of a side impact or rollover crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tempered glass windows with laminated glass windows, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192218960.

severe NHTSA 15V164000 March 23, 2015 2015 Chevrolet Malibu

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles October 24, 2011, to March 5, 2015

The Slide or Tilt roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed and the roof panel may auto-close unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a pinch injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the Body Control Module (BCM) software to remove auto-close feature for certain switch positions, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15176.

severe NHTSA 12V408000 August 20, 2012 2012 Chevrolet Sonic

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured from May 5, 2011, through February 24, 2012

A lack of washer fluid could impede the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will secure the windshield washer hose to prevent separation, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.

severe NHTSA 18V252000 April 19, 2018 2018 Chevrolet Equinox

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles

If the glass is not tempered properly, and the window is broken, the glass can break into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the glass in the front doors, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18136.

severe NHTSA 22V165000 March 17, 2022 2015 Chevrolet Equinox

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212352530.

severe NHTSA 13V567000 November 13, 2013 2014 Chevrolet Malibu

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through November 5, 2013

The inability to turn on the windshield defroster may decrease the driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic climate control module software, free of charge. The recall began during December 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13380.

severe NHTSA 07V242000 June 13, 2007 2007 Chevrolet Equinox

Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no

In the event of a crash, the windshield may not be retained to the extent required by the standard, increasing the risk of personal injuries to the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield, the liftgate glass, and the side stationary glass. The recall began on june 14, 2007. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Common questions

How many Chevrolet visibility complaints are on file with NHTSA?

2,328 complaints across 118 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 14 active recall campaigns cover visibility issues across the Chevrolet lineup.

Which Chevrolet model has the most visibility complaints?

The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox leads with 264 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 Equinox (236) and 2014 Equinox (178).

What does it cost to fix Chevrolet visibility problems?

Independent shops average $350 for visibility repairs across the Chevrolet lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.

Are there Chevrolet visibility recalls?

Yes — 12 active recall campaigns cover visibility on Chevrolet vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Editorial commentary written by Mark Driver, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin and not affiliated with Chevrolet. Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record. Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.