1996 GMC Yukon visibility problems

13 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 13
of this car's complaints: 19%
crashes: 0
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Windshield wiper/washer: motor
7
Windshield wiper/washer
3
Rear window wiper/washer
2
Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
1
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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GMC Yukon visibility problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 GMC Yukon visibility

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

Wipers 11

Related recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported April 28, 2003 · 1,755,876 vehicles affected

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/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 Yukon owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 16, 2004 · Visibility · IN

When driving in the rain rear windshield wipers failed. Consumer contacted the dealership, but problem recurred.

Filed Aug 11, 2003 · Visibility · 75,000 miles · NH

Consumer states while driving in a down pour of rain windshield wipers stopped working. Consumer had to coast to a safe stop.

Filed Jul 11, 2003 · Visibility · 94,380 miles · NY

Rear windshield wiper failure to work intermittently and park.

Filed Nov 1, 2001 · Visibility · TX

Windshield wipers work intermittently. When windshield wipers stop working consumer can hear motor still running. Currently, windshield wipers don't work at all.

Filed Apr 2, 2001 · Visibility · AL

When driving windshield wipers come on intermittently. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak

Filed Oct 11, 2000 · Visibility · TX

While traveling and using windshield wipers , windshield wipers would work intermittently.

Filed Jul 5, 2000 · Visibility · AL

Windshield wipers worked intermittently and then failed completely making operation of the vehicle unsafe. Contacted dealer and replaced wiper module and cover at owners expense. On 7-5-00 contacted gmc to inquire about recall id #98v150001 as it may apply to vehicle. Gmc said that there was nothing they could do because this vehicle was not included in campaign per VIN search. Gmc cannot do anything even though this is the same make, model, and year with the same problem as those included in recall #98v150001..????

Filed Nov 30, 1999 · Visibility · IL

While driving in a heavy storm, the windshield wipers work intermittently. Wipers stop occasionally on the windshield causing dangerous driving hazard. Contacted dealer, vehicle was not under warranty. *ak

Filed Nov 18, 1999 · Visibility · LA

Windshied wipers work intermittently.there is a recall on this make/model. But, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Recall 98v150001.

Filed Apr 6, 1999 · Visibility · GA

Recall 98v150; windshield wipers suddenly stopped working. Dealer contacted, and repairwork was done to remedy problem at owner's expense. Vehicle does not comply with recall due to VIN.

Questions about the 1996 GMC Yukon visibility

Does the 1996 GMC Yukon have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 GMC Yukon, 19% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 GMC Yukon visibility problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 GMC Yukon visibility?

Yes, 2 recalls: 03V159000, 98V150001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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

The GMC Yukon model years with the most visibility complaints are 1994 (19 complaints), 2000 (18 complaints) and 1998 (16 complaints).