Dt: the contact stated there was the federal safety agency recall campaign 03v159000 concerning the windshield wiper/washer. This vehicle experienced the same failure as indicated in the recall, but was not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact has not repaired the vehicle at this time.
1995 GMC Suburban visibility problems
20 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 20
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor14
- Windshield wiper/washer4
- Power window devices and controls3
- Windshield2
- Rearview mirrors/devices1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: windshield: electrical heating element1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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GMC Suburban visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 GMC Suburban visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
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
Related investigations
Windshield wiper failure
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 1995 GMC Suburban owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Recall 98 v 150 001/windshield wiper wiring: windshield wipers work intermittently, problem can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under recall due to VIN.
Windshield wiper motor failed prior to recall notice, consumer requested reimbursement but has not received it yet. Nlm
At intermittent times windshield wipers failed to work. Consumer feels this is unsafe.
Windshield wipers would intermittently stop during operation or not work at all. Dealer was not not contacted.
Dealer indicated that there is no coverage for consumers recalled windshield wiper motor (98v‑150).
Ea95026, poor braking performance; when applying the brakes suddenly all four wheels lock up, causing extended stopping distance. Driver has no control of the vehicle, this happens on any type of road surface. The dealer has not been notified about the problem. Windshield wipers work intermittently *ak
Windshield wiper motor failed prior to recall notice (98v‑150). Mjs
Windshield wiper motor, HVAC controls, door window motors (2), alternator, and radio failed between 50,000 and 75,000. Battery died while truck undergoing HVAC controls replacement. Windshield motor failure occurred during storm--nearly catastrophic consequences. Despite our repeated attempts, neither gm nor dealer has made good on any repair/replacement costs.
On two occasions the windshield wiper motor failed, prior to recall repair.
Questions about the 1995 GMC Suburban visibility
Does the 1995 GMC Suburban have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 20 complaints about the visibility of the 1995 GMC Suburban, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1995 GMC Suburban visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1995 GMC Suburban visibility?
Yes, 2 recalls: 03V159000, 98V150001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the GMC Suburban have the most visibility problems?
The GMC Suburban model years with the most visibility complaints are 1994 (72 complaints), 1996 (26 complaints) and 1995 (20 complaints).
Other 1995 GMC Suburban problems
Brakes 101Seats 46Electrical 18Tires 18Transmission 11Steering 8Engine 7Airbags 4Seat belts 4Fuel system 3Suspension 3Acceleration 2Body 2Locks 2Lights 1
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