Intermittently windshield wiper would stop working while in operation. This caused poor visibility, and could lead to a collision if not corrected. Dealer/manufacturer notified. They informed consumer that vehicle was not under recall due to VIN. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter.
1996 Chevrolet Blazer visibility complaints
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Read on the consumer reports that a number of recalls were made on the blazer. Have only received one (on seatbelts) no recalls on ABS or windshield wipers and washers have been received. Could you please check into this as to why the other recalls weren't sent to me.
The windshield wipers failed causing poor visibility in bad weather which could result in an accident. Dealer says a module needs to be replaced.
While in use of the windshield wipers would work intermittently. Please provde further information.
Windshield wipers failed, reported to manufacturer but said that even though a recall was underway, my VIN number was not one of those recalled.
We recently purchased this 1996 blazer and due to it being used we are without warranty. The windshield wipers sometimes do not come on and when they are working they sometimes stop in the midst of a rainstorm. This is extremely dangerous and has caused us on more than one occasion the need to stop driving for our safety and other motorists. The air conditioner is hit and miss just like the wiper, but thank heavens this is not a safety issue only a comfort issue.
Sometimes windshield wipers will come on and sometimes the wipers will not. The problem has been reported to the dealership. The dealer has not agreed to correct the problem. Blazer not included in recall due to VIN.
While driving in the snow windshield wipers malfunctioned, affecting consumer's visibility.
Check engine light has been on constant. Yh
Windshield wipers work intermittently. Dealer says owner's vehicle is not included in recall, and needs circuitboard replaced.
Windshield wiper module failed. Mjs
Windshield wipers work intermittently. In order for them to work, they have to be turned on high. Dealer says vehicle is not under recall due to VIN. 98v‑150.001.
Recallm 98v150, the windshield wipers malfuctioned, causing visibility problems which may result a crash. There is a recall for this problem, but this vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN #. Please provide further information.
Sometimes windshield wipers work and sometimes they don't. Sometimes windshield wipers come on and sometimes they don't. The dealer is aware of the problem. This blazer is not included in recall #99v150001 gm/windshield wiper wiring due to VIN#.
There is currently a limited reall from chevrolet regarding the failure of the wiper/washer module. My vehicle has experienced this failure however, chevrolet refuses to repair the defect saying that my VIN doesn't fall within the recall. However, the recall includes my year, make & model. This makes no sense and I would appreciate any assistance or advise you can offer. Thank you.
With windows open,extreme reverberation is sensed enough to pop eardrums,noise is distracting.irritating and basically renders open windows annoying..an air pressure release mechanism is needed to release trapped air inside eliminating reverberation effect
Wipers will stop working during delay mode.can restart wipers by switching to high speed setting.there is a recall campaign but dealer says my vehicle serial number is not on the list.
At time of deliver the weather stripping on driver's side door missing and wiper blade cover. Mjs
I had to replace the front brakes and get new rotors after 30,000 miles. Brakes are very loose, takes a lot of pressure to get them to stop. Dealer said my brakes were worn out, and needed to be replaced just 15k miles after the first service. Anti-lock feature kicks in when I drive over potholes or ice, and did not use the brakes. Also, windshield wiper problem. Wipers stop working intermittently. Dealer replaced the motor. Dealer said motor had shorted out, but the problem started to occur again. When the wipers stop and later start, after manipulating the controls, the overhead digital temperature guage turns off and on. Power window stuck in down position. Has been replaced twice. These three electrical problems (wiper, window, digital guage) seem related as they all cause a battery drain as indicated through the volt meter. Battery went dead after 6 hour road trip. Approx 50k miles on vehicle at time. Had been running the A/C the whole time, which seemed to drain battery.
Windshield wiper motor failed during a major rainstorm prior to recall.
Windshield wiper motor failed prior to recall notice.
Rear glass window will not seal. Dealer service department wrote up ticket as glass being bent due to placement of hinges. Allows exhaust fumes and rain water into the interior and into electrical switches on tailgate.
In 15 mos. This car has left me more than all others together !!! Have lost thousands of dollars in income . Most unreliable unsafe car I've ever owned . I see hundreds of people in my feild of work and I tell them all not to get a blazer !! It can't stay on the road and the co. Is unwilling to help . Very unhappy with the product and handling of complaint. Read e-mail sent to get the jest of problems this car has had . If my daughter or I die as a result of this faulty car you can be assured you will be sued !!! I've tryed to let someone know since 1-2 mos. After purchase that it was a problem . To no avail chevy does'nt care !!!!!
I chose a chevy blazer because I know that chevy is known for the quality of their trucks. Unfortunately I couldn't be any more disappointed with my purchase and also with my dealer. Ever since I owned my 1996 chevy blazer I've had problems with it and the dealership has continued to take advantage as me as a customer. I can't believe how unprofessional a dealership can be and also how a new vehicle can be so unreliable. The 4th day I had this truck 4 -wheel drive went out, I took it to william chevrolet and they took 2 weeks to fix it, not only that, but they told me to rent a car knowing that I was under 25, instead of lending me a replacement car. In last 3 years the brakes have gone out on me 8 times, and the dealership wouldn't once cover it. My wiper motor went out just before the wiper piece recall went out, I paid for them to fix it, and give me a new motor. But then, when I went to the dealership with the recall they wouldn't reimburse me for the motor just the piece. I don't understand if that piece caused my wiper motor to go out that why do I have to pay for it? My heater is now not working to it's fullest and it's the middle of winter. We just got 21 inches of snow and my 4 wheel drive is not working again. I was unaware that my 4 wheel drive was not working 2 days ago, I turned onto indianapolis blvd, and my blazer did a 360 in the middle of a busy intersection, almost causing a 4 car accident. After that I checked to see if my front wheel were moving, and ofcourse they weren't, therefore I only have rear wheel drive on a $25,000 4x4. The last 2 days have been hell, first I could not get my truck out of its parking spot after I'd shoveled for an hour, after I finally got it out, it got stuck in the snow about 7 times, while 1989 escorts are driving around effortlessly. It's so ridiculous, I have to be afraid to take my truck around the block because it gets stuck in an inch of snow. I'm sitting here now because my vehicle can't get me to work.
Rear windshield wiper motor malfunctioned, causing the rear windshield wipers to be inoperative. Dealer replaced the rear windshield motor. Current problem is just like the recall for the front windshield, recall # 98v150000.
Windshield wipers malfunctioned. Yh
Rear windshield does not seal properly.
Windshield wipers would not work on high speed, in august sometimes they would not work at all. Dealer contacted, and replaced the circuit board and motor, all at consumers cost, vehicle had no warranty, warranty had expired.
While driving the truck in a heavy down pour the windshield wipers stopped working intermittently, then quit working altogether. The dealer has been contacted about the problem. The problem has not been corrected.
While driving windshield wipers quit working. Problem is intermittent. Owner sprayed silicon spray on wipers and problem has stopped. *ak consumer stated problem still occurred.
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