1996 Chevrolet S10 visibility problems

100 complaints (15% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 100
of this car's complaints: 15%
crashes: 0
recalls: 3

Which part fails

Windshield wiper/washer: motor
59
Windshield wiper/washer
31
Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring
2
Windshield
2
Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
2
Glass, side/rear
2
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
2
Rearview mirrors/devices
1

At what mileage

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Chevrolet S10 visibility problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chevrolet S10 visibility

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Wipers 88

Related recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported April 28, 2003 · 1,755,876 vehicles affected

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

Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported July 1, 1998 · 1,557,585 vehicles affected

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

Visibility: windshieldReported January 27, 1997 · 55 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The top coat paint severely peels due to overbaking of the powder primer prior to the top coat application. Since the windshield primer and adhesive adhere to the top coat paint onthe windshield opening flange, the windshield does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting."
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the windshield may not stay in place as required by fmvss no. 212.
Remedy: All vehicles have been repurchased. This campaign is 100%.

Recall number 97V008001 · Recall details

What 1996 Chevrolet S10 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 10, 2006 · Visibility · 91,248 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated the side mirrors on the doors were loose at the base. The dealership determined both mirror assemblies needed to be replaced.

Filed Mar 30, 2005 · Visibility · 30,000 miles · MO

There is an intermittent short in the wiper control/ motor system that each time I reported it to the chevy dealers in this area was told that they could not find a problem . And that there were not any other reports of this kind. As I can see from the federal safety agency website this is patently untrue. Since my vehicle is currently past warranty due to your agents stalling tactics , if this letter does not bring redress to this issue I will be forced to turn this issue over to my attorneys. Sincerely [xxx]. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 30, 2004 · Visibility · 13,000 miles · TN

While driving in rainy weather front windshield wipers failed intermittently. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Jun 20, 2003 · Visibility · OH

Consumer states that while driving the vehicle in the rain windshield wipers would work intermittently. Dealer notified.

Filed May 31, 2003 · Body, Electrical · IL

Turn signals malfunctioned. The A/C stopped working due to a faulty evaporator. The stabilizer bar broke on right side which caused drift/pull. Engine coolant/antifreeze leaked. The ball joint for the right-front tire gave out. The alternator had to be fixed and replaced the battery. Speedometer seemed to be off by 5 MPH. The windshield wipers would not work properly and stopped in the middle of a down-pour. The device to lower the spare tire had to be replaced.

Filed Jan 10, 2003 · Visibility · WA

Consumer states while driving in the rain at highway speed the windshield wipers fail intermittently.

Filed Dec 19, 2002 · Visibility · CA

Ever since I have had my truck the windshield wipers have been very inconsistant. Sometimes they turn on when I want them to, and sometimes they do not turn on. Even when they do turn on they turn off in the middle of use. This has become a great hassle for me, because when they do not turn on when it is raining my visibility is very restricted. This has been very dangerous, for example, one time I was driving on the freeway and it was pouring down rain and my windshield wipers stopped working, and I could hardly see the road in front of me.

Filed Oct 21, 2002 · Visibility · CA

The windshield wiper comes on and off intermittenly. And the transmission is slipping. The dealership is aware of the problem. Ts

Filed Sep 23, 2002 · Visibility · IL

There is a recall campaign, 98v150, regarding the failure of yhe windshield wiper motor, however consumers vehicle is not included due to VIN.

Filed Sep 4, 2002 · Visibility · OH

I have experienced intermittent windshield wiper failure. I understand that this vehicle was recalled several years ago for this problem (the federal safety agency campaign id number 98v150001). A dealer I called said my vehicle was not affected by this recall. Can you verify that my particular truck is not affected?

Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet S10 visibility

Does the 1996 Chevrolet S10 have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 100 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 Chevrolet S10, 15% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Chevrolet S10 visibility problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet S10 visibility?

Yes, 3 recalls: 03V159000, 98V150001, 97V008001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet S10 have the most visibility problems?

The Chevrolet S10 model years with the most visibility complaints are 1994 (241 complaints), 1995 (207 complaints) and 1998 (203 complaints).