Cadillac Seville wipers problems

Filed May 11, 2016 · Visibility · 82,000 miles · AR

Windshield wipers failed to work on low, intermittent or "rain sense" settings. Failure was intermittent and sometimes the wipers would not stop or they came on voluntarily. Additionally, the windshield washer failed at the same time. This would occur whether the car was stationary or in motion and was local independent. I went to the local dealer who informed me they did not work on cars built before 2000 model year. Also, they said parts were not available. They sent me to a local repair shop. I found a shop that could repair the problem by replacing the "pulse board" with a kit from cadillac [remember I was told there were no parts available]. I had the issue repaired and I then returned to the dealer and asked about the parts again. This time, I was told there was a kit available. I realize that older cars are sometimes challenging to find parts, but this is a safety issue which should be given priority consideration and handling. Note: the date given is approximate.

Filed Jan 6, 2009 · Visibility · 80,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 cadillac seville. In inclement weather conditions, the windshield wiper motor's 'low' speed function becomes inoperative. The failure occurs when the motor is switched from 'high' to 'low' speed. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 98v144000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer); therefore, they would not assume any financial responsibility for the repair. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000 and current mileage was 130,000.

Filed Apr 24, 2007 · Visibility · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 cadillac seville. The contact stated that the windshield wipers operated at an accelerated pace when switching the speed from high to low. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not inspected. Both the dealer and manufacturer stated that there was no recall for the vehicle. The contact referred the manufacturer to the federal safety agency recall campaign # 98v144000 ( concerning visibility:windshield wiper/washer, and was told that the federal safety agency's information was incorrect. The manufacturer issued case # 71-510434063. The current mileage is 63,000, and the failure mileage was unknown.*ak the consumer stated maybe the car was on the dealers lot at the time the recall was issued. Updated 06/08/07

Filed May 11, 2004 · Lights, Visibility · 51,603 miles · IL

Headlights went out unexpectedly. Took vehicle to the dealer, and dealer indicated that relay switch was corroded due to windshield wiper fluid getting down into the switch. *ak the corrosion was caused by the windshield washer fluid spilling into the relay.

Filed Nov 21, 2000 · Acceleration, Brakes · VA

Consumer believes vehicle qualifies for lemon law. Has been repaired 29 times electrical shorts on inside. Also, cruise cable broke 3 times. Tires could not be balanced until rotors were replaced. And , passenger seat track replaced and driver seat. Heater went out. *ak all interior lights failed at night while traveling. Windshield wipers failed. Heater fan was making noise. Transmission malfunctioned.

Filed Feb 2, 1999 · Visibility · WA

While driving on wet pavement at 55 MPH with windshield wipers on, smelled smoke coming from steering column. Dealer contacted, and remedied situation by replacing windshield wiper pivot switch. No warranty. Provide further information.

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Electrical, Visibility · CA

Windshield wiper blades replaced several times due to chatter noise. Mjs

Filed Aug 18, 1998 · Visibility · OH

Dealer unable to determine cause of multiple failure including failure of wiper/washers.

Filed Jul 30, 1998 · Visibility · FL

Windshield wipers will not operate. Dealer has replaced various parts. Problem still exists.

Filed May 20, 1998 · Visibility · NC

Windshield wiper blades and arms make noise and hesitate.