Recall campaign 03v150000 concerning windshield wiper motor. Before the recall was done, the windshield wipers were operating prior to dealer replacing the circuit board and cover. Currently, after repairs were done, the windshield wipers do not work. The dealer wanted to charge the consumer to replace the windshield wiper motor. *ak *sc after the complaint was filed the dealership decided to fix windshield wipers.
1995 Chevrolet Astro: windshield wiper failure
95 of the 446 complaints about the 1995 Chevrolet Astro describe windshield wiper failure.
- owner complaints
- 95
- of this car's complaints
- 21%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Windshield wiper failure by model year
What owners say
I have had problems with my 1995 astro van 4.03l from the day I bought it hard starting asb locking up dealer replaced egr value twice took back with same problem 3 months later was told nothing wrong computer digital check said so now I have gotten 2 mechanics to look at it and said the egr valve fuel lind stays open pouring out gas they want to charge my 600.00 to clean out the sluge this problem has been going on for 3 years my van now has 82000 miles and it sounds and smells like a mac truck I also has to replace to wiper motor about 2 years ago and I paid for it I just a notice to replace it it no charge I cant find the orginal receipt so I'm out another120.00 for that repair along with the 65.00 so a local mechanic. Can tell me this is a defect from chevrolet for my astro van I have had the breaks checked by the dealer about 6 times they informed me I didn't know how to use ABS system and they were fine in all my brakes locked up on i4 in florida last august trying to avoid an accident 4700.00 later I was in the ditch because the brakes locked up and my van went sliding
Consumer states the windshield wiper motor was working intermittenly, but now has failed completely. This has resulted in poor visibility during the rain. Ts
Windsheild wipers start and stop on there own stopping more than going. Dt
1. The windshield wipers have a mind of their own. The wipers don't work when the switch is turned on. Often the wipers will cycle when not needed and on their own. The wiper blades have to be replaced too often due to wear. We cannot control the speed of the blades with the switch. 2. The window on the passenger side does not work correctly while using the switch.
Intermittently windshield wipers come on sporadically. Problem has progressed. Dealer notified. Please provide more information.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. Dealer has been notified. *ak
For over 2 years windshield wipers would run on or stop in the middle of the cycle. I understand from the local news that you are conducting an investigation into defective windshield wipers on vans our year. We had the wiper board replaced & now all works correctly.
Windshield wipers turn on and off anytime and then fail to turn on or stop when being used.
Windshield wipers cut off when raining creating a hazard. They intermittently cut off and on. This problem exist with my sister's 1995 chevrolet astro too.
Windshield wipers began failing in the summer of 1997 and finely progressed to the point where they would never come on. I love my astro and it has been the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned, but I would have sold it if I lived in seattle, wa. My only saving grace is that I live where it seldom rains hard. 1995 trucks and/or suburbans had recalls for intermitent wipers due to defective or inproper solder connections, which would cause connector failure to the motor. Since, astros were not included in the recalls, dealers (I.e. More than one) told me that they would only do the repairs at my expense. I know my problem is a poor solder connection because I can push in on the wires at the "pin" connector, leading to the motor, and the wiper motor will begin running. The biggest hazard is that the connection fails during operation. Poor connections like these are also fire hazards, (p. S. I'm a firefighter and most non-accident related vehicle fires I have been on are due to electrical malfunction). Also, 65 MPH in traffic, in the rain, is not the time to jump out and start pushing on connectors to make my wipers work. With all of the families riding in astros, I can't believe there hasn't been any recall for this serious safety defect. I understand that noone has been killed yet, but just because astros are not the choice of vehicles of attorneys and the well off, doesn't mean they should be ignored. Proaction in this matter should and must be taken. There are 40 complaints for the same problem on this web site. It is a safe statistical bet to mulitply that (40) by a conservative number of 100 and you could be looking at 4000+ astros driving without reliable windshield wipers. I believe that in quite a few states functioning wipers are required to pass annual safety inspections. (who paid for those repairs?) waiting for another "firestone" is wrong and negligent.
Windshield wipers would stop working intermittently. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
- What is wrong
- On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
- Risk
- If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on june 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑442‑6537.
Recall number 03V159000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Chevrolet Astro wipers
Is windshield wiper failure a common problem on the 1995 Chevrolet Astro?
95 of 446 owner complaints about the 1995 Chevrolet Astro (21%) mention windshield wiper failure. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Chevrolet Astro?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Chevrolet Astro
ABS 43Brake failure 26No deployment 20Fuel pump 14Power steering loss 13Stalling 9Ball joint 6Grinding brakes 6Loss of power 6Fire or smoke 5
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