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
1996 GMC Sierra: windshield wiper failure
74 of the 246 complaints about the 1996 GMC Sierra describe windshield wiper failure.
- owner complaints
- 74
- of this car's complaints
- 30%
- typical mileage
- 72,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Windshield wiper failure by model year
What owners say
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.
The windshield wipers worked intermittently the dealer refused to replace them.
Inoperative wipers, operate intermittently.
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.
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
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.
Recall concerning windshield wiper motor circuit board in 1996 gmc sierra.*mr
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.
While driving windshield wipers stopped working without warning, making it impossible to see. Please provide additional information. Ts.
Consumer states that while driving and no warning the windshield wiper will work intermittently and it will hard for the consumer to see during rainy weather. Dealer notified. Ts
Consumer stated that windshield wipers work intermittenly resulting in poor visibility during rain storms. Ts
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
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 GMC Sierra wipers
Is windshield wiper failure a common problem on the 1996 GMC Sierra?
74 of 246 owner complaints about the 1996 GMC Sierra (30%) mention windshield wiper failure. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 GMC Sierra?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 GMC Sierra
Brake failure 11ABS 8No deployment 8Fuel pump 7Stalling 7Headlights 6
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