Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on the highway, the engine stalled without warning. After stalling, the vehicle was not easily restarted. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the fuel injector pump needed to be replaced. After the initial replacement, the problem persisted. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the fuel pump needed to be replaced again. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 12/18/2006 - the injector pump which was replaced under recall failed again. *nm the consumer also wanted to recall fixed, however the dealer refused to honor the recall. Recall numbers 96v057000 and 03v159000. Updated 03/21/07.
1996 GMC Suburban visibility problems
26 complaints (15% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 26
- of this car's complaints
- 15%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor12
- Windshield wiper/washer12
- Power window devices and controls1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: heater core1
At what mileage
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GMC Suburban visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 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 1996 GMC Suburban owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle's windshield wipers only work on high speed.*mr the mechanic replaced wiper module assembly. *ph *jb
Windshield wipers not working properly, windshield wipers will intermittently shut off. Contacted dealer and dealer stated that this vehicle was not part of recall due to VIN. *ak
Windshield wiper failure. Windshield wipers use to work at different times, but just this past june, they stopped and would not work at all. *ak concerning a safety recall #98v150001. The windshield wipers work periodically. (not when consumer needs them) consumer had taken the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the recall didn't pertain to this vehicle.
This vehicle was having the same problem with windshield wiper wiring as mentioned in recall # 98-v-150-001. But this vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN.
The federal safety agency recall# 98 v 150 001/ manufacturers recall 98043 concerning windsheild wiper wiring, windshield wipers worked intermittently. Dealer / manufacturer were notified, and both informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under recall due to VIN.*ak
Locks for various doors have stuck four times, preventing entry or exit from vehicle. Dealership has examined vehicle, and performed repair work.*ak consumer was also having problems with the windshield wipers which failed intermittently, consumer was informed that there was a recall however it did not apply to consumers vehicle due to the VIN.
Windshield wipers failed while passing a semi in a rainstorm. We nearly crashed. Cars were going everywhere to get out of my way because I couldn't see. Upon return home I checked the federal safety agency's web site and found that there had been a recall on suburban wipers 3 years ago. I was never notified and I'm the original owner. My wife bought a used 1996 blazer and was notified about the wipers on that vehicle. I never connected the two until we nearly crashed. It's happened once since. I'm calling my dealer today for an appointment. It upsets me that my wife and grandchildren flirted with injury or death because we weren't notified of this problem.
98 v 150 00/windshield wiper wiring: wipers to work intermittently, can result in inoperative wipers , reducing a driver's visibility and increasing risk of a vehicle crash. Dealer/mfr's was notified and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under recall due to VIN. Provide any further information.
Windshield wipers intermittently become inoperable due to problem with solder joints. Please give any further details.
Questions about the 1996 GMC Suburban visibility
Does the 1996 GMC Suburban have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 26 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 GMC Suburban, 15% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 GMC Suburban visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 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 1996 GMC Suburban problems
Brakes 61Electrical 18Tires 18Fuel system 14Transmission 13Engine 8Steering 8Acceleration 7Suspension 4Airbags 3Lights 3Seats 3Body 2Locks 1Wheels 1
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