58 problems related to windshield wiper/washer motor have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet S10. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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. Please provide further information.
The truck was taken to the dealership after seeing the campaign #98v150001 and having the windshield wipers failing to operate numerous times--the dealership replaced the module which they stated was the same part in the recall but did not replace it for free since my truck was not under "recall status" I called gm directly with the # the dealership provided and gm would not authorize any payment or remedy to help fix my truck. Please help me look into this matter!!! thanks.
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.
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.
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.
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 wiper motor failed prior to recall notice (98v-150). Mjs.
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. Please provide further information.
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.
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.
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 states while driving in the rain at highway speed the windshield wipers fail intermittently.
I have experienced intermittent windshield wiper failure. I understand that this vehicle was recalled several years ago for this problem (NHTSA campaign id number 98v150001). A dealer I called said my vehicle was not affected by this recall. Can you verify that my particular truck is not affected?.
This truck was experiencing the same problem as mentioned in recall 98v150001 concerning windshield wipers erratic performance. This truck not included in recall due to VIN. Consumer adds jiggling the electrical connection on motor wipers will start again. Sometimes wipers will stop when hitting a bump and restart when hitting another bump.
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.
While driving in rain windshield wipers stop working with no prior warning. They work intermittently. Also, had to replace windshield wiper control module. Please add VIN.
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing view of driver. A recall has been issued in April.
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing driver's view. A recall has been issued on vehicle's make and model; however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
Windshield wipers will quit working during operation intermittently, causing poor visibility. Vehicle is not included in recall#98v15001 due to VIN although has the same defect.
Windshield wipers will qquit working during operation due to faulty wiper motor circuit board and cover, causing poor visibility.
Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall 98v150001/ manufacturer's recall 98043 concerning windshield wiper motor circuit board. Dealer stated parts were not available.
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.
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.