Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Malibu

Six problems related to windshield wiper/washer motor have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

Failure Date: 03/15/2005

1998 Chevrolet Malibu windshield wiper motor blew up. The consumer request reimbursement for the replacement of the motor.

2 Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

Failure Date: 09/07/2004

The windshield wipers suddenly failed while driving in the storm. The consumer would like to know if there was a recall on a 1998 chevy Malibu. Responded to previously via e-mail refer to odi#10093392.

3 Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

Failure Date: 12/13/2003

Windshield wiper motor failed. Recall 01v068000 was issued; however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.

4 Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

Failure Date: 09/02/2003

Intermittently passenger's side windshield wipers became inoperable, obstructing driver's and passenger's views.

5 Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

Failure Date: 07/07/2002

Consumer states while driving 55mph in the rain the windshield wiper shut off causing poor visibility. Nlm.

6 Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2001

Fuses for the windshield wipers continued to blow. Then, passenger's side windshield wiper cracked and broke, which necessited the replacement of wiper transmission assembly. Consumer was informed that this vehicle was not included in NHTSA recall 01v068000 due to VIN. Please provide any additional information/attachments.




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