In the last 6 months the windshield wiper motors have not worked or have stopped while on expressway driving in rain.
1998 Chevrolet S10 visibility complaints
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While driving, the windshield wipers failed to operate.
Windshield wipers fail in mid sweep. Mist setting speeds up to fast.
The windshield wipers stopped working while driving in the rain.
The windshield wipers became inoperative. A recall was issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle was not include due to VIN#.
Problem w/ wiper control on '98 s-10 w/ 48,000 miles. First observed 6 months ago when windshield washer fluid was no longer pumped to windshield. Replaced pump in resevoir-- still had problem. About 1 month ago, wipers began operating erratically-- either running too fast, not at all, or refusing to shut off. Suspect this may be a control board issue, but current recall only covers '97's and earlier
The vehicle's windshield wipers failed without warning while driving in the rain. Dealer diagnosed failure of washer circuit board.
The consumers vehicle experienced the same problem as the recall on the windshield wiper module. Recall# 1557585. The dealer would not repair the vehicle because the VIN was not included. *nlm the consumer replaced the module himself which solved the problem.
The windshield wipers did not functioning properly when using washing fluid or under regular use.
Windshield wipers on 1998 chevrolet s-10 stopped unexpectedly while in use, or don't even come on when switch is turned on.
1998 chevy s 10...windshield wipers stop working when in rain.....never know when it is going to happen, other than when rains.....I also have a 1997 chevy s 10 blazer which does the same thing...chevy has recalled those motors to be fixed...but when I called them to tell them of the same problem with the 1998....they said they would not cover that....I told them of having both vehicles (I bought both of them new)....that I knew the problem was exactly the same....was told to drive to dealer where I bought the vehicle....and was told there it would not be covered. Last occurrence was 4,21,03.....
Windshield wipers work intermittently or not at all at various times. On 1998 s-10 pickup truck.
While driving windshield wipers malfunctioned due to windshield wiper motor failure *jb...
Windshield wipers failed
Consumer states that windshield wipers work intermittently resulting in poor visibility while driving in the rain. Sometimes the wipers will engage without warning. Ts
When activated, windshield wipers operate erratically and may shut off without warning. The erratic behavior happens throughout the year but appears worse (especially shutting off unexpectedly) in warm weather. Recently I have found that turning the wipers to high will usually restart them after they shut off. Erratic behavior during intermittent operation includes multiple wipes (sometimes more than 10) per cycle. This problem has been present for approximately the last 30,000 miles (I am currently at 72,500). I am estimating the incident date below around the first time I noticed the problem. The date is accurate +/- 6 months. I have not yet contacted the dealer about the problem. I am planning to do so either today (1/2/03) or tomorrow.
The vehicles windshield wipers stopped working, while consumer was driving at 60 MPH in a rain storm. This almost resulted in an accident, because of driver having poor visibility. The dealership is replacing the windshield wiper motor. Please provide more details. Mr
Consumer states that while driving and no warning the windshield wiper will work intermittently and it will hard for the consumer to see during rainy weather. Dealer notified ts
Wiper motor or switch failed nearing the city of mebane, nc during heavy rain. The next morning it was still raining and the wipers functioned ok. *jb ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*****768323
While the consumer was driving in rain the windshield wipers failed.
Windshield wipers stop working without warning. Failed on 2 occasions during rainstorms. Other persons tell me of same failure in 1997 & 1994 chev. P/u trucks.
When windshield wipers would be in use, they would perform intermittently or sometimes not at all. Driver would have to get out of vehicle to wiggle windshield wiper arm. Vehicle is not under recall that was issued. *ak consumer states that the parts are; elc plug or elc board inside of the motor and that gm is aware of this.
Windshield wipers work intermittently or stop during operation. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.
The winshield wiper motor would originally not turn off when activated on intermittent, or full on. Now it shuts off by itself when activated. It did this the other day during a severe rainstorm. I had to open the hood, beat on the wiper motor with a large flashlight (it was handy to use), to get the motor to work. Other ownwers of s-10's that I know are reporting the same problem. It is a severe safety hazard to have your winshield wipers quit on you , in traffic or not, during a rainstorm. Chevrolet wants $80.00 to replace a control circuit board located within the motor housing.
Windshield wipers fail to operate at times and at other times they won't shut off - mechanic has said this is very common is chevys and seems to be related to a faulty control module which tends to crack and allow water into the module which will keep the wipers from functioning properly only when there is rain, fog, humidity. Seems to be related to the recall issued in 1996 but did not extend to later models.
Winshield wipers worked intermittently, causing decreased visibility in inclement weather, increasing the risk of injury due to crash. This condition is remarkably similar to the condition described in the federal safety agency campaign id 98v150001, but it only applies to 1996 and 1997 models of the same vehicle. I have reported it to gmc, but their basic response was there is no recall, so apparently there is no problem. In fact, the same part described in the previously-referenced recall was defective.
Windshield wipers will stop at intermediate times and then start back working, sometimes the wipers will not turn on at all . I have contacted the dealer as well as the manufacture about this problem. There has been a concensus that there have been the same type of problems in other general motor automobiles that have been addressed but they told me that my particular vehicle was not affected buy any recall for this problem.
Windshield wipers.this is evidentually a defective part if it fails within 3yrs, and is replaced at owner expense, sometimes going through several expense before corrected. Componet "wiper mogular" fails causing on visability with rain, fog-up, etc. While vehicle is moving, causing total suprise and emergency action to avoid collision, run off road, as you cannot see. Something should be done as some drivers cannot react safely. Thanks.
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Windshield wipers fail to operate at times and at other times they won't shut off. The local chevrolet dealership replaced a the multi function switch which still hasn't corrected the problem. The service manager stated that they have replaced several of those switches in the past but would not commit to a number. I also own a 1998 gmc jimmy which is the same basic vehicle. It is experiencing the same type of problems which leads me to believe there is a wide spread problem. I also spoke with another jimmy owner who reported wiper problems also. I contacted chevrolet customer service and reported the problem. I believe if you check you will find that many gmc and chevrolet vehciles have experienced wiper related problems. In addition, both of my vehciles have oil leaks coming from the hoses that go from the engine to the remote oil filter assembly. I am told by a gm dealership employee that this is a common problem. I appreciate your attention in this matter. Thank you!
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