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: windshield wiper failure
30 of the 457 complaints about the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban describe windshield wiper failure.
- owner complaints
- 30
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Windshield wiper failure by model year
What owners say
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.
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.
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.
Recall 98v150001; windshield wipers will fail intermittently, will quit during operation. Consumer called manufacturer and dealer, and was told that vehicle is not included in recall due to VIN although they have same defect.*ak
While using windsheld wipers windshield wiper motor would stop working intermittently. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information.
Windshield wiper motor failed on the interstate at 60mph, causing loss of vision because of salt spray. Had to pull of highway and use back roads to drive on and stop often to clean the windshield by hand. Found a parts store and replaced it in the parking lot. Not a fun trip.
Dealer refuses to honor recall 98v150001 concerning windshield wiper motor failure because vehicle was once considered salvaged. But, consumer has totally repaired vehicle, and it is being driven. *ak
Service bulletins that may apply
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
Questions about the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban wipers
Is windshield wiper failure a common problem on the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban?
30 of 457 owner complaints about the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (7%) mention windshield wiper failure. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban?
There are 2 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban
ABS 76Brake failure 33Tire blowout 19Pulling 14No deployment 11Door locks 7Stalling 7Grinding brakes 6Premature wear 5
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