1996 chevrolet suburban developed problems with the brakes, intake manifold, engine cooling, transmission, tires, fuel injectors, fuel consumption and wipers.*mr consumer stated that the dealer did not do anything but take the battery cable off to reset the computer and the brakes were never looked at.
1996 Chevrolet Suburban visibility problems
42 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 42
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor25
- Windshield wiper/washer14
- Power window devices and controls3
- Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior1
- Rearview mirrors/devices1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chevrolet Suburban visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Suburban owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Recall 03v159 000 concerning windshield wiper motor: windshield wipers worked intermittently or not at all during inclement weather. The consumer stated the vehicle was repaired for the recall back in 1999. *ak the consumer stated that the problem still exists and the wipers only work sometimes. *tc
1996 chevy suburban windshield wiper motor failure. Occured suddenly in a downpour on a moutain highway, near collisions trying to negotiate traffic and find a safe place to pull over. Upon having the motor replaced, I found that a recall was effected for this issue that my vehicle was not included in. I wish I had know, I would have fixed the issue anyway. Concerened about the other vehicles out there that have not been corrected.
Consumer states while driving in the rain the windshield wiper inadvertently cuts off, causing low visibility. Ts
Consumer states vehicle is experiencing the same problem as recall 98 v 151 001, wiper work intermitted, now really stopping a lot. Please provide any further information. Mr
The federal safety agency recall 98v150001 visual systems windshield wiper/washer; windshield wipers are intermittent. This truck is not within the recall scope. *mr occassionally the windshield wipers become jerky and move slow. Consumer has found that tapping the wiper motor causes the windshield wipers to work.
Previous recall only covered vehicles manufactured until 05/96. Mine was manufactured 06/96 and dealer (dadeland chevrolet) will not accept recall repair. Windshield wiper failure is intermittent, just as in existing recall for vehicle a few weeks older than mine.
Windshield wipers work intermittently, the consumer wipers are experiencing symptoms of recall 98v-150001 yet the vehicle is not included due to VIN. *ak
While driving windshield wiper motor keeps going out. This could cause an accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.*ak
The windshield wipers worked intermittently, at times when consumer went to turn the wipers off, they remained on. *ak
Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban visibility
Does the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 42 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban, 12% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Chevrolet Suburban visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Suburban problems
Brakes 137Electrical 47Transmission 40Tires 39Engine 36Fuel system 23Airbags 16Steering 15Suspension 10Seat belts 9Lights 8Body 7Seats 7Acceleration 5Locks 2Wheels 2
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