GM Recalls Over 1.3 Million Vehicles for Fire Hazard

June 8, 2010

At least 18 models are affected.

Over fears that an electrical fault could cause fire, General Motors has recalled more than 1.3 million vehicles in the United States, government documents showed on June 8.

The problem, linked to the vehicles' windshield wiper fluid system, affects at least 18 models ranging from Chevrolet trucks to Hummers, documents from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration showed.

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