Tl*the contact owns a 1994 buick regal. The contact stated that the windshield wipers do not work. The washer/wiper switch power feed wire causes the wipers to work intermittently and become inoperative. The failure has occurred in rainy conditions. Buick stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 97v017000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring). The failure mileage was 47,000. Updated 12/10/08 *cn the dealer showed the consumer the two wires that wer broken on the windshield wiper switch. Updated 12/16/08.
1994 Buick Regal visibility problems
14 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring6
- Windshield wiper/washer5
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor2
- Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system1
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Buick Regal visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Buick Regal visibility
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Related recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring
- What is wrong
- Some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire.
- Risk
- This can cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperative wipers. If this were to occur in a severe weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the old designed washer/wiper switches with a newly designed switch.
Recall number 97V017000 · Recall details
What 1994 Buick Regal owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who upon inspection, determined that the windshield wipers needed to be replaced and there was a recall on that same component. The dealer was contacted, and expressed that they were not aware of any recall for this issue. The manufacturer was also contacted, and determined that the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle had the same issues stated in the recall # 97v017000 regarding visibility:windshield wiper:switch/wiring.
Windshield wiper system fails to operate intermittently. This occurs most frequently in hot weather. The vehicle was previously serviced under campaign 97v017000.
Windshield wipers works intermittenly at times. He can turn switch on and there is a delay. Dealership is aware of the problem.*ak the dealer replaced the wipers with the same kind of failed part and it failed again.
Wiper system would not turn on. Previous recall 97v017000 has been implemented.
To get wipers to wore the turn signal mus be on and to get the signal to work the wiper must be on, replace the switch for the wipers.
Recall 97v017000; the windshield/wiper/washer switch was not replaced, but the johnson chevrolet buick cadillac replaced the windshield wipers because they did not know of the recall.
Recall states that dealer will inspect and replace washer wiper switch with a new switch, dealer only inspected the old switch. Told consumer it was not necessary to put in a new switch. Therefore, left with old switch still installed. Months later, switch became inoperative.
Ventilation is poor within the vehicle, strong mold odor.
While driving vehicle about 40mph, passenger'd side exterior rearview mirror exploded & pieces of mirror flew in window & cut driver's lip.
Questions about the 1994 Buick Regal visibility
Does the 1994 Buick Regal have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the visibility of the 1994 Buick Regal, 13% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Buick Regal visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Buick Regal visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 97V017000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Buick Regal have the most visibility problems?
The Buick Regal model years with the most visibility complaints are 1998 (28 complaints), 1999 (21 complaints) and 1994 (14 complaints).
Other 1994 Buick Regal problems
Brakes 26Electrical 17Engine 13Lights 10Acceleration 9Airbags 7Seats 7Transmission 6Seat belts 5Steering 3Tires 3Fuel system 2Locks 2Suspension 2
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