This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
Erratic windshield wiper performance, causing poor visibility.vehicle VIN# is not part of recall 98V150001 although it has the same defect. Consumer has paid for the exact remedy as stated on recall.
Recall 98V150 001/windshield wiper wiring: Windshield wipers intermittently stop working during operation. Dealer notified, and informed consmer that this vehicle was not part of recall due to VIN.
On-going / intermittent problem with windshield wipers stop working during operatio. Problem causes poor visibility when needed, and could lead to a vehicle collision. Dealer/manufacturer notified.
I have contacted Chevrolet and they have taken the information on my windshield wiper problem. But just say that there is not a recall campaign for my car's problem. So this is not a common problem for this series according to the Chevrolet representatives.
- Broken Arrow, OK, USA
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While driving in rainy conditions at about 40 mph, the windshield wipers will fail causing poor visibility. Occasionally, the wiper motor will not operate if the air temperature is above 50 degrees.
They have a recall for trucks made from Aug 1994-May 1996.. my truck was made in July 1996. It has the exact same problems as my 1996 S-10 which was covered under the recall. Windshield wipers do not operate all the time or when they do operate they are sporadic. Very annoying especially in bad weather.
When the windshield wipers are needed the wipers work intermittently or are inoperative, reducing driver visibility. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Dealer informed consumer that recall number 98V150001/mfr C98043 involving the same type of problem, does not include this vehicle due to VIN.
While driving windshield wipers will not even turn on. Sometimes while driving while raining windshiel wipers will just stop. This makes visibility very hard.
While driving windshield wiper malfunctioned, which may cause visual difficulty, and result in a crash. There is recall 98V1500000 concerning windshield wipers.. but this vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN.
The problem I am having is the windshield wipers stop without warning, sometimes they restart and sometimes you must stop the vehicle and pull on them. This causes them to restart for an intermittent amount of time. This problem is addressed by NHTSA campaigh id number: 98V150000 and 98V150001. Due to the fact my vehicle was manufactured in June 1996, it is not covered only vehicles produced Aug. 1994 to May 1996. I have the same problem but due to the fact mine was made in June and not may it is not covered.
Windshield wipers work intermitently. The electric module seems to get stuck. If wipers stop consumer can get out of vehicle, lift wipers and motion begins again, and same procedure continues. Vehicle is being repaired at thorton Chevrolet---770-941-8550.
Recall 98V150000, windshield wipers malfunctioned causing visibility problems and may resultin a crash due to a defective circuit board. There is a recall for this problem. But this vehicle is not included due to VIN.
Ongoing / intermittent problem with windshield wipers stopping while running. Consumer learned of manufacturer's recall on 1994-1995 vehicle with the same problem. Can NHTSA help in this matter or provide addtional information. Dealer/mfr. Notified.
Consumer is experiencing problem with windshield wipers. There is a recall for windshield wipers, but the vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN. Dealer has been contacted.
On numerous occasions windshield wiper motor will fade or stop. When driving over anything that causes vibrations, eg., bumps/potholes, and revving of engine. Also, closing the doors will cause the wipers to fade. There is an open investigation at this time.
Windshield wipers intermittently work, causing visual obstruction, which can lead to vehicle accident. Dealer notified and cannot duplicate the problem. Whenever consumer takes vehicle to dealer, wipers would be working, and dealer would tell consumer nothing could be found.
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- Monrovia, CA, USA