Visibility Problems of Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Chevrolet Silverado 2500 owners have reported 42 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's defroster/defogger/hvac system (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Visibility problems of Chevrolet Silverado 2500

The Wiper problem

Can not see when driving in reverse in the dark. Camera image appears as a red fog and I can't see a thing. I tried using the rear view mirrors and again could not see anything. Totally driving in reverse in the blind. Absolute safety issue that needs to be addressed.   Read details...

The Defroster/defogger/hvac System problem

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that after remote starting the vehicle, the contact entered the vehicle, and there was smoke coming from the rear window defroster. The contact turned off the defroster and discovered that the plastic cover had melted, and the   Read details...

The Interior Rearview Mirror problem

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. While backing up the vehicle at 1 mph, the rearview mirror became unstable. The contact crashed into a telephone pole and the brake lights cracked. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and they stated that gm was aware of the rearview mirror   Read details...

The Blower problem

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. When the vehicle was turned off, the air conditioner blower motor remained activated. The contact stated that there was an abnormal smoke odor in the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.   Read details...

The Rearview Mirror problem

See attached document for complaint.   Read details...




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