1995 chevrolet suburban, consumer writes in regard to windshield wiper motor failure. The consumer stated the dealer did not honor the recall. The consumer requested to be reimbursed for the recall repair.
1995 Chevrolet Suburban visibility problems
50 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 50
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer21
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor15
- Power window devices and controls6
- Rearview mirrors/devices2
- Glass, side/rear2
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motor2
- Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring1
- Windshield1
At what mileage
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Chevrolet Suburban visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
- 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/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
Related investigations
Windshield wiper failure
As a result of this, and the precedinginvestigation, rq99-003, gm has expanded the population of safety recall 98v‑150 (replacement of the windshield wiper control module) to include an additional 1.77 million vehicles.included are various 1994-1997 my m/l vans, s/t trucks and suvs, & c/k trucks and suvs.see attached technical report for details.
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What 1995 Chevrolet Suburban owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Had received a recall on windshield wipers. Had taken to dealership for repairs. Mechanic indicated the recall for wipers were already done and would not redo. Contacted manufacturer and informed of same information. Vehicle never repaired for windshield wipers. Originial owner. Ts
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. Mr
While driving windshield wiper motor will go out. Wipers perform intermittently. This could cause an accident. Cause unknown.l dealer notified.
Windshield wiper arm disconnected while driving 60mph in gusty and heavy winds. Driver lost visibilty due to arm resting on side mirror. Driver's side wiper arm doesn't have a capture to hold the arm in tack like passenger's side. Dealer not informed. *ak consumer reviewed this failure with engineers and they admitted that the design of the wiper is faulty. Engineer is from delco itt automotive plant where consumer works and where the original wiper system is made.
The power windows and the door knob do not work. Consumer states he spoke with the dealer. The problem has not been resolved as of yet. *jb. Consumer stated the rear right tunr signal not working, the wires were replaced.
While driving at 55mph in pouring rain windshield wipers went out, resulting in poor visability for consumer. This problem has occurred once before, but windshield wipers eventually worked agian. Recently, wipers have gone out, and have not come back on.
Windshield wipers will stop working at any time. When windshield wipers go off consumer is not able to turn them back on. Consumer s has experienced same problem as mentioned in recall 98 v 150 001. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further information.
Unit is same problem as campaign no 98043, kerry chevrolet refuses to add unit to campaign even with identical problems stating that our vehicle was made on a different day or on a different line than the ones involved in the recall for the window washer problems.
Problems with windshield wipers, engine oil pan failure, faulty power windows and locks. Broken plastic parts on the seat belts, frozen emergency brake and glazed brake pads. Poor dealer servicing. Abs breaks went skidish 3 times and still no fix. Lost control.
Questions about the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban visibility
Does the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 50 complaints about the visibility of the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban, 11% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Suburban visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban visibility?
Yes, 2 recalls: 03V159000, 98V150001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Suburban have the most visibility problems?
The Chevrolet Suburban model years with the most visibility complaints are 1994 (168 complaints), 1995 (50 complaints) and 1998 (48 complaints).
Other 1995 Chevrolet Suburban problems
Brakes 169Seats 87Tires 33Electrical 32Transmission 25Airbags 18Body 16Steering 13Engine 11Seat belts 11Suspension 11Acceleration 9Locks 8Fuel system 7Lights 5Wheels 4
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