Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet lumina. The contact stated that his windshield wipers work intermittently. The manufacturer informed him that his VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 97v017000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring). The contact will have the dealer replace the washer wiper switch. The failure mileage was 41,718 and current mileage was 42,000.
1995 Chevrolet Lumina visibility problems
93 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 82,000. 4 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 93
- of this car's complaints
- 19%
- typical mileage
- 82,000
- crashes
- 4
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer32
- Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring17
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor12
- Windshield11
- Power window devices and controls8
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system6
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: heater core5
- Rear window wiper/washer2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Lumina visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
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 1995 Chevrolet Lumina owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated that on many occasions the windshield wipers would malfunction. On one occasion, the windshield wipers malfunctioned while driving in the evening during a rain storm. Recalls were found on the federal safety agency website that matched the symptoms that the vehicle was experiencing. The dealers and the manufacturer were contacted and determined that the vehicle's VIN number was not included in the recalls. The vehicle has not been serviced.
Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 97v017000 concerning windshield wiper/washer switch power feed wire. This vehicle is experiencing the same problems as indicated in the recall, but is not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense.*ak updated 12/27/2005. The turn signal switch was defective. The brake lights failed intermittently. The wipers failed intermittently.
I began having problems with my windshield wipers only working sporadically, and when discussing with a friend, I discovered there might be a recall regarding my vehicle. When I went online to search if I was covered, I discovered multiple gm recalls that covered the problem I was having, and online it seemed as though my van qualified. When I phoned a dealer with my VIN #, I was told I was not covered under the recall. I believe that my vehicle is experiencing the same problem covered by the recall of thousands of other gm vehicles.
While driving during rainy weather, the front windshield wipers failed to work. *ak the wipers failed many times before the problem was remedied. In one particular incident, the consumer were caught in a rain storm. *sc
Lack of heat (to defrost windshield, restricting visiblity), low coolant light coming on, all the result of a faulty valve which also causes the car to register that it's overheating. Engine light coming on due to a faulty sensor. Emergency blinkers are broken. Grinding noise coming from front passenger wheel well.
Windshield wiper switch board defect. Vehicles windshield wiper has stop working. There is a recall on lumina but not this VIN #. Seems to be the same problem as other switch problems.
Windshield wipers come on and off in inclement weather without prior warning and intermittently.
Windshield wipers may work while driving in the rain, and sometimes they will not work.
Consumer states that windshield wipers stopped functioning. Cause unkwown.
Questions about the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina visibility
Does the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 93 complaints about the visibility of the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina, 19% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Lumina visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 82,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 97V017000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Lumina have the most visibility problems?
The Chevrolet Lumina model years with the most visibility complaints are 1995 (93 complaints), 1997 (19 complaints) and 1996 (17 complaints).
Other 1995 Chevrolet Lumina problems
Brakes 77Engine 66Transmission 57Electrical 43Airbags 33Body 31Suspension 30Acceleration 26Lights 25Seats 23Fuel system 19Steering 18Locks 17Seat belts 14Tires 6Wheels 5Driver assistance 1
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