1996 GMC Sierra visibility problems

84 complaints (34% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 72,000.

owner complaints: 84
of this car's complaints: 34%
typical mileage: 72,000
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Windshield wiper/washer: motor
52
Windshield wiper/washer
28
Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring
2
Rear window wiper/washer: motor
1
Power window devices and controls
1
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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GMC Sierra visibility problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 GMC Sierra visibility

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Wipers 74

Related recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported July 1, 1998 · 1,557,585 vehicles affected

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 failureOpened May 31, 2002, closed July 23, 2003

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 GMC Sierra owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 24, 2005 · Visibility · NC

Dt: the windshield wipers do not work properly they have a strange pattern to them. They quit, and had a humming noise from the wiper motor.*ak had windshield wiper recall performed. Motor and circuit board were replaced. Repairs at gmc dealership on 6/13/05. *tt

Filed Dec 5, 2004 · Visibility · 80,000 miles · OK

My windshield wipers only work intermitedly and I found the recal for it on this site. 996 gmc sierra pickup..the dealorship is saying even though my wipers are broken they cannot repair for free because my particular VIN # isn't on the list.

Filed Aug 12, 2004 · Visibility · 82,000 miles · IN

The windshield wipers worked intermittently the dealer refused to replace them.

Filed Apr 5, 2004 · Visibility · 72,000 miles · MD

Inoperative wipers, operate intermittently.

Filed Jan 6, 2004 · Visibility · MO

Request for reimbursement for replacement of defective wiper circuit.*mr gmc initially denied request to cover the cost of repairs. The consumer then replaced the part himself. Afterwards, he sought reimbursement. Since the consumer didn't provide the receipt for the replaced part, gmc wouldn't reimburse him the $161.00 dollars.

Filed Nov 12, 2003 · Visibility · CT

Recall 03v159000. The dealership replaced the defective component for the windshield wipers with a bad part. This made the windshield wipers inoperative. Also the dealership misjudged the cause of the windshield wiper failure, and wanted to charge the consumer for a part that they thought was the cause of the problem. *ak *scc

Filed Nov 5, 2003 · Visibility · 57,000 miles · MI

Windshield wipers get stuck, move, and will stop. Then, they will start up again, and stop. A module was installed. Currently, windshield wipers do not work at all. Dealership stated that vehicle had another problem, a burning smell, that was not related to the recall, and they won't do any other repairs.

Filed Nov 3, 2003 · Visibility · NE

Recall concerning windshield wiper motor circuit board in 1996 gmc sierra.*mr

Filed Feb 4, 2003 · Visibility · OK

Recall # 98-v-150-001, consumer has the same problem. This vehicle in not include in recall due to the VIN. Please provide further information. Ph.

Filed Feb 3, 2003 · Visibility · 70,000 miles · GA

My 1996 gmc sierra windsheild wipers began working erratically, pausing, and not working at all, creating incredibly dangerous driving conditions. This now happens with each usage of the wipers.

Questions about the 1996 GMC Sierra visibility

Does the 1996 GMC Sierra have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 84 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 GMC Sierra, 34% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1996 GMC Sierra visibility problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 72,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1996 GMC Sierra visibility?

Yes, 1 recall: 98V150001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the GMC Sierra have the most visibility problems?

The GMC Sierra model years with the most visibility complaints are 1995 (140 complaints), 1994 (115 complaints) and 1996 (84 complaints).