Three problems related to windshield wiper/washer linkages have been reported for the 1997 Buick Century. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact states there is a NHTSA recall campaign 99v348000 concerning the windshield wiper linkages. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. The vehicle is being repaired at the contact's expense.
While driving in a rain storm, the windshield wipers quit working. When this occurred, the consumer pulled off the road until the rain stopped. The windshield wipers quit working due to a failure in the windshield wiper motor. Recall 99v348000 was issued, but this vehicle was not included in the recall.
When windshield wipers are operating on delay speed and the wiper switch is turned to off position, wiper blades will stop in middle of windshield, blocking the view of the driver. Dealership previously serviced vehicle for recall 99v348000 in December of 2000, but problem has reoccurred.
| Windshield Wiper/washer problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Linkages problems | |
| Windshield problems | |
| Power Window problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problems | |
| Defogger Controls problems |