Windshield Wiper/washer problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier

Seven problems related to windshield wiper/washer have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Windshield Wiper/washer problem

Failure Date: 01/03/2003

When the windshield wipers are turned off, they stop in the upright position obstructing the drivers view while driving. This poses a hazard while driving, making it difficult to concentrate on the road.

2 Windshield Wiper/washer problem

Failure Date: 05/17/2001

Windshield wipers would stay in upright position whenever switch is turned off. Windshield wipers would not return to down position. Dealer was notified for repairs. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter .

3 Windshield Wiper/washer problem

Failure Date: 04/07/2001

My windshield wipers stay in upright position. It makes it hard to see the road. I have erad several other complaints about this but there has been nothing done about it.

4 Windshield Wiper/washer problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2001

Windshield wipers after being turned off, stay up in middle of windshield. Consumer has reduced visibility.

5 Windshield Wiper/washer problem

Failure Date: 12/14/2000

Windshield wipers remain in an upright position when they are turned off. As a result, driver and passengers are left with limited field of vision through the windshield. Windshield wipers block driver's ability to see oncoming cars, create blindspots, and hazardous conditions.

6 Windshield Wiper/washer problem

While driving windshield wipers make a grinding noise, causing wipers to become inoperable.

7 Windshield Wiper/washer problem

When turned off, windshield wipers stop in the field of vision, obscuring the vision of the driver and creating a safety hazard.




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