Visibility Problems of Chevrolet Uplander

Chevrolet Uplander owners have reported 11 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's windshield wiper/washer linkages (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's windshield wiper/washer (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Chevrolet Uplander


Recently reported Visibility problems of Chevrolet Uplander

The Windshield Wiper/washer Linkages problem

2005 Chevrolet Uplander, mileage 23,344, nut that holds windshield wiper arms to motor came off during a rainy evening. Wipers ceased to wipe rain from windshield.   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer problem

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. The contact stated that both washer pumps have a hole in them and failed to operate normally. The windshield washer fluid began leaking on the ground. A local mechanic replaced both of the washer pumps.   Read details...

The Side/rear Glass problem

The rear hatch window exploded out of the van last night (8-19-2012). I got in moved van 10 feet, turned van off, got out shut drivers door and rear door exploded out. Sounded just like a gun shot then glass all over the inside of the van.   Read details...

The Windshield problem

I purchased my vehicle in January of 2005 and in the first 2 months had windshield chips from normal driving. I have owned many Chevrolets over the years and not one chip. Now I have another one which makes three in 15 months. The dealer will do nothing about it.   Read details...

The Wiper problem

I was hearing about the recent recall actions about chevy suvs with wiper blades. But, I have had an issue where my wiper would stop in the middle of the windshield. My vehicle was not in the recall, but, just made me think, and I wanted to share.   Read details...




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