We were driving on the highway about 65mph when it began to rain. I turned the wipers on and off several times but they would not respond. After a few minutes the rain intensified I tried the wipers again and they worked. I recently needed the wipers again and they failed.
1996 Chevrolet C10 visibility problems
10 complaints (63% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 63%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer5
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor4
At what mileage
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Chevrolet C10 visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chevrolet C10 visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
- Risk
- This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
Recall number 98V150001 · Recall details
What 1996 Chevrolet C10 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Windshield wipers stop working intermittently. Vehicle has not been examined by a dealer. There is a recall, 98v150001, but this vehicle is not affected due to VIN. *ak
Consumer contacted manufacturer regarding recall 98v 150 001/98 v 150 000 concerning windshield wiper wiring. Manufacturer stated that vehicle was included in recall. However, dealership insisted that vehicle was not included in recall. *ak
While driving and without warning windshield wipers will work intermittently, causing driver not to have a clear view. Dealer has been notified, and stated that despite a recall issued for wiper motor failure it did not apply to the consumers vehicle. *ak
While traveling 55 MPH during a rain storm windshield wipers worked initially, and suddenly stopped and worked intermittently. Consumer has had this problem several times.
While using the windshield wipers they quit working without a warning just like mentioned in recalls 98v150001 and 98v150000.
Windshield wipers failed while driving in rain, without a serious problem. I had brosz repair look at them and the printed circuit module was bad, so a new replacement was bought and installed. While visiting your website, I see there was a recall on this year and model pickups. I contacted my dealer who says my pickup was not recalled. I think that, as the faulty part s now known to be faulty, chevrolet should re-imburse me for the part($53.43), and the small labor bill($10).
While using windshield wipers they would work on and off. Consumer had to hit the box for windshield wipers to start they were working again. But, then they stopped working. There was a recall for this problem. But, this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
Windshield wiper pulse module failed - same component as failure on s-10 purchased same date (the federal safety agency recall 98v150001).
Intermittently, the windshield wipers quit working in the middle of operation. Stop working for about 5 minutes then continue to operate. The dealer is not aware of this problem.
Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet C10 visibility
Does the 1996 Chevrolet C10 have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 Chevrolet C10, 63% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1996 Chevrolet C10 visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet C10 visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V150001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet C10 have the most visibility problems?
The Chevrolet C10 model years with the most visibility complaints are 1995 (22 complaints), 1994 (10 complaints) and 1996 (10 complaints).
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