NHTSA Recall 17V386000
Filed by BYD Coach & Bus. Component: Visibility/Wiper. Reported 2017-06-19. An estimated 13 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
BYD Coach & Bus (BYD) is recalling certain 2015-2016 K7 M buses. The affected vehicles have wiper arms that can crack where they mount to the wiper motor causing the wiper arms to bend or detach from the vehicle.
Risk
A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
BYD has notified the owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the windshield wiper mounts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 19, 2017. Owners may contact BYD customer service at 1-661-940-3250.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.