GM recalls nearly 682,000 SUVs; windshield wipers can fail
FILE-The GMC logo is seen on the grill of a sport utility vehicle (SUV) in a General Motors Corp. dealership showroom. (Kim White/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
DETROIT - General Motors is recalling nearly 682,000 compact SUVs because the windshield wipers can fail.
The recall covers the Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain from the 2014 and 2015 model years.
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Ball joints in the wiper module can rust, causing one or both wipers to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Dealers will inspect the module and repair or replace it if needed. Owners will be notified by letter starting May 2.