1997 Oldsmobile Bravada: windshield wiper failure

Filed Feb 27, 2013 · Brakes, Fuel system · 160,000 miles · CA

While driving I would hear like a motor running sound that would last approx 5/10 sec. And during this time the brake pedal would rise and get hard and I would have to apply lots of pressure in order for vehicle to stop which does so with grind. I replaced both rotors,calipers,brake pads,mastercylinder and brake booster.ABS light would come on when hit bump and go off after awhile .finally I removed fuse from ABS and problem ceased.in processes of diognosing problem.discovered suspension in front falling apart replaced inner/outer tierods,pitman arm,both upper/lower ball joints,passenger upper control arm and wheel hub.rear windsheild wiper no longer works and windshield wiper freezes during rain which has caused wiper motor to be replaced.driver side door hinges replaced numerous times causing door not to shut properly and doesnt sit level,fuel gauge doesnt read properly when full it reads 1/2 tank and when reads empty its unknown how much gas is really in tank have to rely on miles counter and carry extra gallon of gas.

Filed Jan 22, 2004 · Visibility · 49,000 miles · PA

While driving front windshield wipers failed. This caused a distraction to the consumer's view while driving in rainy weather.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 65,000 miles · NJ

Other: replacing the windshield wiper motor engine: a cyclinder on the vehicle cracked and needed a new motor. This is absurd. With a regularly maintained vehicle, with only 5 1/2 years of ownership there should be no reason other than improper casting, metal fatigue, default from the factory that a new motor should have been needed with this kind of mileage.

Filed Aug 20, 2003 · Visibility · KY · crash

When driving in the rain windshield wipers quit working. There was no warning. Driver stopped vehicle, got out, and wiggled the wiper arm, and wipers started again. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced the wiper motor.

Filed Apr 2, 2003 · Visibility · TN

The windshield wipers malfunctioned.

Filed Mar 31, 2003 · Visibility · 40,872 miles · IL

Wipers are inoperative when it rains, wiper delay board faulty at 40872 miles.

Filed Jan 9, 2003 · Visibility · NC

Windshied wipers either won't work at all or stop fail after they have been working. This causing poor visiabity. Had to replace motor at owner expense

Filed Dec 26, 2002 · Engine, Fuel system · MI

Power seat shorted out and the dealer repaired the burned and chafed wires, belt tensioner was noisy, the remote locks shorted out and the dealer replaced the receiver module, intake gasket was leaking coolant, rear wiper motor shorted out, fuel sensor shorted out, right axle seal failed causing fluid to leak, multifunction switch failed, the transmission had no reverse, no third gear only first gear. Nlm

Filed Nov 21, 2002 · Visibility · MI

The windshield wiper come on and off intermittenly now the wiper won't come on at all. Dealership is aware of the problem. Ts

Filed Oct 24, 2002 · Visibility · IL

Intermittently the windshield wipers become inoperable obstructing the drivers view. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle is not include due to the VIN dealer notified. Ts

Filed Jul 10, 2002 · Body, Electrical · OH

Interior lights sometimes stay on wont shut off, digital compass, tempature screen wont keep memory--broken fuel pump, leaked gas---driver door will not shut, frame around door latch to crack & break---rear wiper does not move---factory deck sometimes does not work---cd player wont work at all---service engine light stays on---key gets stuck in ignition--automatic door lock does not work---loud knocking sound when turning

Filed Jan 30, 2002 · Body, Brakes · PA

Consumer stated, because of electrical malfunctions, windshield wipers stopped, automatic door stopped for a short time, lights often flicker, lumber drivers seat blew, a fuse that controls door locks, rear hatch and seat safety adjustments, were all inoperative.