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: windshield wiper failure
38 of the 360 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban describe windshield wiper failure.
- owner complaints
- 38
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- 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
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
Windshield wipers work intermittently when its raining and they do not work we sometimes need to stop because of poor visibility. Appears to be the same as campaign 98v150001, but my VIN is not listed.
1) major coolant leak from intake/cyl head gasket (left rear of motor) (2) engine trouble light indicates tc 1870 code problem in transmission valve body (3)windshield wipers work intermitently safety hazard (4) A/C dash lights cycle on and off when A/C button is pushed on but fan motor is shut off. All problems are "common" per dealership service writer
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 1996 Chevrolet Suburban wipers
Is windshield wiper failure a common problem on the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban?
38 of 360 owner complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (11%) mention windshield wiper failure. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
ABS 36Brake failure 30Tire blowout 16Grinding brakes 10Fire or smoke 10Pulling 9Fuel pump 8Transmission failure 8Seat belt 5
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