Late last year, General Motors issued a recall for certain 2010 model year Chevrolet Equinox and 2010 GMC Terrain vehicles. Notices of this recall, which covers more than 59,000 vehicles, started going out early this year.

The issues involved the windshield defrosting and defogging systems. It seems that problems with the software in the center instrument panel can cause the heating, air conditioning, defrost, radio controls and panel illumination to stop working.

Of course, driving without a functional defrost system can impair visibility under certain driving conditions and increase your chances of being involved in an accident.

As part of the recall, dealers will replace the computer module in the center instrument panel free of charge.

However, if you own one of these (or any other new vehicle) and find that attempts to repair or resolve any defects are unsuccessful, you may have a valid lemon claim. (When a safety issue is involved, it only takes one failed repair attempt to be considered).

Take our FREE lemon test today to find out if you are eligible for a refund or new vehicle. We’ll get back to you within 24 hours to discuss your situation.