Windshield wipers work intermittently if at all, I understand there was a recall for this in the 1997 chevrolet tahoes and other vehicles, I understand that it only covered certain manufacturing plants, I am flabbergasted that if this is a problem in all the vehicles why they will not fix this problem for consumers. It is a very big safety concern.
1997 Chevrolet Tahoe visibility complaints
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Dt: 1997 chevrolet tahoe. The contact found recall 03v159000, but based on the age and mileage of the vehicle, the manufacturer was not willing to cover it any longer. The problem has been happening since approximately september 5, 2005. The windshield wipers were working intermittently. There has not been anything done to correct this problem yet.
Dt: 1997 chevrolet tahoe. Windshield wipers work intermittently. Can hear the motor humming when I turn on the wipers, but they will not come on. The windshield wipers may come on for a minute then they quit working. This just became a problem with this vehicle this summer. Did not contacted he dealership or manufacturer. Had not had any accidents due to the windshield wipers not working. *ak updated 11/4/2005 - the consumer contacted the manufacturer and was told that the recall on the wiper circuit board had expired august 2004. The consumer feels that the manufacturer should have provided partial reimbursement
Windshield wipers do not work all the time.
My 1997 tahoe exhibits the same antilock failures that are listed for the 1999 models for the federal safety agency campaign id no. 05v379000 but it is not included in the recall. The same is the case for gm recall no. 03023/the federal safety agency id no. 05v37900, the windshield wiper circuit board. I have the same failures continuously in my '97 chevy tahoe but the recall was extended only to suburbans. As a former gm engineer I know that the same parts and suppliers are used across the board for all of the gmt 800 series (tahoes, suburbans, yukons, etc.). So I don't understand how one model can be recalled when essence all models should be recalled.
Tried searching on this website about the recall number but have no clue to what a odi number may be for my truck. I have a 97 tahoe ls 2wd and basically my wipers stopped working ever since it hit 88,000 miles. Sometimes they work, but now they don't at all. I contacted chevy / gm and they told me my truck's VIN did not match the recall order. B/s because my brother in law has the same exact year yukon and his wipers also stopped working all of a sudden. Basically what im asking for is for gm to replace my wipers / motor assembly whatever is defective as I am not the only one with this problem as I can tell from cosumeraffairs.com please help as I do live in a rainy state and the hurricane season is approaching. I am a family man that travels periodically.
The windshield wipers came on and off intermittently while driving in inclement weather. *ak the wipers would stop in any position. The consumer would tap the circuit board and the wipers would work again. A new circuit board was purchased and the problem was remedied. The consumer would like to know how many has gm replaced. Gm suggested that there was a recall but the mileage was too high and they would not replace the part. *sc
Front windshield wipers work intermittently or become inoperative during inclement conditions. The dealer was notified. The dealer informed the consumer that the vehicle was not covered under a recall.
The consumer was having the same problem as recall#03v159000 regarding the windshield wiper. The dealership would not repair free of charge, because the VIN was not included.
1997 chevrolet tahoe was part of a recall for defective circuit board in the windshield wiper motor. Wipers work intermittently or not at all. Have stopped in the middle of a rain storm at night. Luckily, made it to an exit ramp off of a highway. Very scary and dangerous !!!!! Can't get dealers to repair because VIN nbr wasn't on their list, but model, year and problem same as others.
Windshield wipers stop running intermittingly.
Intermittently while driving in inclement weather windshield wipers failed. This caused poor visibility to the driver. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home.
We have a 1997 chevrolet tahoe that is esperiencing windshield wiper failure as described in the recall 03v159000. We contacted russ darrow chevrolet in madison wi, and was told that because of the milage on the vehicle which is 125,000 that it is not covered under the recall. I didn't realize that recalls by manufactorers were limited by mileage. Especially when we are experiencing a visiability problem in rain and snow. They offered to fix it for between $50.00 and $500.00. Could you please let me know what is right in this recall.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. Consumer has to get out and pull the windshield wipers to get them working. Recall 03v159000 was issued. However, this vehicle is not included due to VIN. Also, mirror adjustment button on the driver side overheated. The cover came off after it melted. Recall 03v093000 was issued concerning rear mirror failure.
Consumer received a recall letter on windshield wiper problem. The recall stated, if consumer was not experiencing a problem he did not have to take the vehicle to the dealer. Consumer was currently having the same problem as mentioned in the recall. However, dealer and the manufacturer refused to honor recall because the deadline date was february 2004.
Exact same problem as 03v093000 on my 1997 chevrolet tahoe. Gm states it is not in recall group. Had to have emergency repairs done while on vacation for same failure as stated above. Paid $94.+
Consumer stated that windshield wipers were not working properly while driving at 65 MPH in the rain.
Failure of the windshield wiper motor which results in decreased visibility during rainy conditions-recall of 1997 suburban, but not the 1997 tahoe-same unit used in both vehicles the federal safety agency campaign id# 03v159000.
Consumer complained about a windshield wiper motor problem. Windshield wipers worked intermittently. When it rained windshield wipers did not work. When windshield wipers functioned and the driver turned them off they kept going on. *ak
Windshield wipers work intermittently or not at all. Called dealership but was told that recall had expired. Why is there an expiration date on a part that is only used periodically (when it rains) and why is there an expiration date on a part that deals with safety? Also, according to odi site, the recall was on 94-96 tahoes. It seems to still exist on the 97's according to all of the complaints.
While driving in inclement weather, the windshield wipers came on and off on their own. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed consumer that recall expired on february 29, 2004. *ak
The window washing/wiping function on the turn indicator will only work some of the time. When I can get the wipers turned on, they won't shut off & they instead go another 5-10 times. When it doesn't work I can hear the motor groaning as if it is trying to function. (winter is here!! And so is the rain!).
Windshield wiper motor fails intermittently.
The windshield wipers suddenly stopped working, the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.
This occurs every day, all day. It is a well known fact with just about all late model chevy/gmc tahoe/suburban owners, dealers, mechanics & many in the auto publishing indusatry, that these vehicles have extremely inadequate braking systems, bordering on failures & extreme fading & warping & premature wear on the front mechanicals/pads/rotors especially. You can ask just about any mechanic & gm/chevy dealer& they will acknowlege this fact. They even tout that the newer models have such an improved braking system over the previous years. I own a 97 tahoe 1500 & the previous owner & everyone I meet who owns a late model gm truck has the same problems. There are even some independent mechanics who refuse to warranty their work & parts when they do brake jobs on these vehicles. I am talking mostly about the front disc brakes. Have come close to accidents quite a few times due to warped rotors & faded brakes, especially when coming down an incline, even if it is a slight to moderate descent for not a long distance. The brakes need to be replaced more often than any vehicle ihave ever owned & for the technology that is out there. Sometimes every year!!! I cannot believe that these brakes were ever certified safe by the ntsb or ??? And that there are no recalls on this extreme safety hazard to the public. Also.. The wiper motor on these vehicles is prone to failure (intermittent or complete,) and is also a well known problem in these circles & a serious sagety hazard as you might expect. Thank you.
Consumer stated on 3 separate occasions the windshield wipers stopped working, the dealer replaced the circuit board which was cracked at the solder joints, there was a recall regarding wiper issue, however consumer was informed that vehicle was not included due to the VIN. Ts
Interminttenly windshield wipers became inoperable obstructing the drivers view. A recall has been called on similar makes and models like 1996, using the same part. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information.
While driving the windshield wipers would turn on and off. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Nlm
Windshield wipers fail at times, have to move wiper arm to start.
Windshield wipers will intermittently work. Contacted dealer. *ak
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