2004 GMC Envoy visibility problems

Filed Aug 18, 2019 · Visibility · PA

Back window spontaneously bust. 2 times it as happen less then 1year apart on my third window it blew up in my wife's face the second time

Filed Jan 31, 2017 · Visibility · 81,000 miles · NY

Hello, first off, this is not a vehicle issue or complaint. This is an after market component issue regarding bosch evolution wiper blades. I purchased bosch evolution all season wipers for my 2004 envoy from woot.com and installed them last summer. They worked fine until last month when winter weather hit here in new york state. In cold winter conditions three things have occurred: 1.the wiper latches are lifting up (releasing) allowing the wipers to no longer be secured to the wiper arm. My passenger side wiper has actually separated from the wiper arm twice so far, and I have had to pull over to retrieve the wiper from the street while avoiding traffic. 2.and, in cold winter conditions the wipers blades are taking a 'set' thus scraping the window loudly in one direction instead of wiping the glass in both directions. 3.also, the cold weather is making the wiper blades form into a curved shape away from the glass, instead of being flat on the glass. This prevents the wiper blade from contacting most of the windshield. I could not see where I was going because the wipers only cleared the window at the top and bottom edges because only the ends of the wiper blade were making contact with the windshield. I believe this is a manufacturing defect and more importantly a serious safety issue. I contacted bosch automotive and they replied they only have a 30 day warranty on wipers and I should contact the seller. Because of bosch's I don't care attitude I am contacting the federal safety agency regarding this serious safety issue. Sorry to bother you with this issue and I look forward to your response. Thank you for your time, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 6, 2015 · Visibility · 196,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. The contact stated that while attempting to close the rear door, the glass shattered. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 196,000.

Filed Jun 18, 2015 · Visibility · 118,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. While the vehicle was parked, the rear window suddenly exploded. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 118,000.

Filed Jun 3, 2015 · Visibility · 110,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the passenger window rolled down independently without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v248000 (electrical system,visibility). The failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Mar 24, 2014 · Body, Visibility · 90,000 miles · NJ · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. The contact stated that while opening the rear lift gate glass, the glass shattered. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. Updated 7/30/14*cn the consumer suffered a cut on her face, the palm of her hand and finger. Updated 08/05/14

Filed Jan 1, 2014 · Visibility · 125,890 miles · IL

Simply driving down a smooth road, no bumps, and rear hatch glass shattered. I've read hundreds of complaints about this happening to other people's envoys. At first I thought somebody shot out my window because who has ever heard of a window just exploding for no reason. Well, apparently gmc found a way to make windows, "just explode", and then weasels their way out of paying to fix this embarrassment of american engineering. From what I've read gmc has refused all cases compensation for this problem, so I came here to voice my frustration because I don't have $795 to fix my truck. I am wondering if this problem should be considered for a class action lawsuit. My 1999 vw jetta was part of a class action lawsuit because the ground effect trim would get caught on parking blocks and cause damage, but this window exploding is a much more serious problem. So I will call gmc on jan.2 when offices open back up, and depending on how that goes I might call up a buddy who practices law to see what the chances are for a class action suit.

Filed Nov 7, 2013 · Electrical, Lights · 83,000 miles · NY

I have been reading many of these post. I can't believe all of the things that have also happened to my envoy. I have had my back window blow out while driving, thank god that both of my kids that were in the back seat were not hurt, they were just scared and still ask if it will happen again. I also recently just had to have a piece on the gas line fixed which was almost $900.00 money that I didn't have and had to borrow. I am still paying it back. Now as for last night my low beams are not working, I bought new bulbs and that didn't work, so it is back to the mechanic. Oh and I have a check engine light that goes on and off. They really need to get on all of these things. It would be nice to have the car working the way it should be. I may just print these things up and bring to the gmc shop and see what the can do about it. I mean I really to love my SUV but this is crazy. I am now kind of scared to have my kids in the car.

Filed Jan 3, 2013 · Visibility · 123,009 miles · IL · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. The contact stated that the rear window glass shattered in pieces while the window was closed. The contact sustained injuries to the right hand. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage was 123,009. .... Updated 02-20-13 *bf the consumer stated the manufacturer stated there were no active recalls and did not offer any assistance. Updated 02/21/2013

Filed Aug 23, 2012 · Electrical, Locks · 102,000 miles · IN

Lock completely out of back hatch wire acts as if it has a short which shuts the whole back down I am unable to use my rear wiper at all interfere with my steroe shutting of when u turn off envoy when it shouldn't have been locked completely out of the rear bottom and the glass hatch I do not use my hatch now because I don't want to be locked out again it has happen twice and this not under warranty have seen othe complaints online due to same issues has there been a recall on this I have only had this envoy for 4 months and to be honest I think it messes with the air I have duel air and the passenger side gets colder quicker than the driver and never seemed to do this untill the wires g started messing up in the rear.