Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
98V177000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 04/01/1997 to 03/31/1998V (Vehicle)35408/31/1998MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.08/04/199808/14/1998
Defect SummaryVehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with electric drive. rapid fogging of the interior glass can occur within two minutes after the heat is turned on if (1) the outside temperature is between 35 and 76 degrees fahrenheit and (2) water has collected on the heat exchanger during previous operation of the air conditioning.
Consequence SummaryIf rapid fogging were to occur during driving, it could obstruct the driver's vision increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryOwners are being provided with a caution label and supplemental insert for their owner's manual advising them to follow a stop and wait procedure to help avoid window fogging while driving.
NotesOwner notification began during august 1998.owners who do not receive the caution label within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
86110807/01/1998615094Subject regarding heater coolant reservoir leaking. *tt12/27/2000

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
VISIBILITY
10/01/2010148000
 Tl* the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet s10. the contact stated that the windshield wipers would fail intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 148,000.
10/01/2010148000
 Tl - the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet s10. the contact stated that the windshield wipers would fail intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 148,000. kmj
10/01/2010148000
 Tl - the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet s10. the contact stated that the vehicle windshield wipers would stop working intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offered any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 148,000. pm
04/30/200960000
 Wipers intermittently stop working.
05/10/200890000
 Windshield wipers work only intermittently or not at all. problem is exacerbated by bumpy roads. online research shows this is apparently a common problem related to cracked solder joints on the wiper control circuit board, a problem for which two recalls have already been issued by chevrolet but which do not extend to the 1998 model year. wipers will often shut off unexpectedly while driving in heavy rain. obviously, this is a serious safety issue and the previous recalls that only cover up to 1997 need to be extended to cover later model vehicles which suffer from the same safety problem. (the incident date in this complaint is a random date selected shortly after i purchased the vehicle and around the time i first noticed the problem. this issue is ongoing and has become increasingly severe since then.)
01/20/20101
 Windshield wipers work off & on. *tr
05/23/2001435551
 I have a 1998 chevrolet s-10 pickup and it has a recurring fault with the windshield wiper motor. at various intervals, with no warning, the windshield wiper will fail to operate. this has happened numerous times, often during rain and causes me to pull over to either wait out the rain or for the motor to unexpectedly restart. in my research, i have found that 1995-1997 chevrolet s-10 pickups had the same problem and were recalled. it was a wiper motor circuit board problem which lead to the recalls. i feel the 1998 pickups should be recalled as it seems to be a problem with others on the mycarstats.com message board. *tr
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
 Heating system continuously runs and cannot be manually turned off, cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak
12/21/199810/01/1997
 When heater control knob on dash is in blue or cold setting ,and contol if off,hot air of 110 degrees is noticed in foot air duct area. also, when control is in passenger floor position and temp control in blue or cold air area, hot air still blows. cannot get outside fresh air in interior without getting hot air. only way to cool off cabin is to run air conditioning. suspect that air blower duct relay,actuator, or vent door is not being regulated properly to channel the air in proper manner. taken to dealer and they are checking.
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - CONTROLS/WIRING
10/02/1998105/30/1998
 Heater restricter valve failed. yh
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE
09/25/1999
 While driving at 45 mph clutch cable broke without prior warning. also, wire harnees shorted out/ brakes are working intermittently/ there is some type of knocking noise within the vehicle, and the left coil spring had to be replaced. *ak
08/01/1998204/01/1998
 Heater core failed on two occasions. *yc
VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR
12/28/199812/01/1998
 1998 s-10 ext cab - rear window- winter safety problem. i live in upstate new york and in the winter snow laying in the bed of the pickup blows up on the rear window and sticks to it so there is no visibility out the rear window. i thought vehicles in new york were required to have rear window defrosters! having an extended cab truck is no different from having a car and since there are more truck like vehicles on the road today they shouldn't be exempt. i could see is the truck had a sliding glass rear window that a defroster wouldn't be pratical but my truck just has a plain glass window the same as a car. this is a dangerous safety problem in the northern climates and i assumed that when i bought the truck that it would be required to have a rear window defroster.*ak
VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR
11/29/19981209/12/1998
 When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, they work intermittently, and sometimes they won't work at all. also, there is an oil leak/side mirror fell off/ seat latch fell off, and driver's side seat belt isn't working. vehicle has been dealer has been aware of problem, and vehicle has been at dealer's for repairs. *ak the brake failed while trying to avoid not hitting a dear and vehicle involved in the accident, two people injured. *yd
VISIBILITY - REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
05/10/200890000
 Windshield wipers work only intermittently or not at all. problem is exacerbated by bumpy roads. online research shows this is apparently a common problem related to cracked solder joints on the wiper control circuit board, a problem for which two recalls have already been issued by chevrolet but which do not extend to the 1998 model year. wipers will often shut off unexpectedly while driving in heavy rain. obviously, this is a serious safety issue and the previous recalls that only cover up to 1997 need to be extended to cover later model vehicles which suffer from the same safety problem. (the incident date in this complaint is a random date selected shortly after i purchased the vehicle and around the time i first noticed the problem. this issue is ongoing and has become increasingly severe since then.)
01/08/2005504/09/2004
 While driving my windsheild wipers work at any speed they wanted even after turning them off, causing my wipers to wear out faster, then they quit working.*ak
6
 Vehicle having series of problems after an accident with a deer. *mr the hood latch hasn't worked properly since the accident, both chair latches had broken after two times of use, the right front of the vehicle made noise, there was noise in the steering, the central console snapped in half, and the rear wipers had gone out. *scc *jb
04/01/2003
 Windshield wipers work sporadically. they will work with no problems for weeks and then all of a sudden they will stop and not work.
04/02/200347000206/01/2001
 Problem w/ wiper control on '98 s-10 w/ 48,000 miles. first observed 6 months ago when windshield washer fluid was no longer pumped to windshield. replaced pump in resevoir-- still had problem. about 1 month ago, wipers began operating erratically-- either running too fast, not at all, or refusing to shut off. suspect this may be a control board issue, but current recall only covers '97's and earlier
VISIBILITY - REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR
11/20/2007250020
 The windshield wiper motor would originally not turn off when activated on intermittent, or full on. now it shuts off by itself when activated. it did this the other day during a severe rainstorm. other owners of s-10's that i know are reporting the same problem. it is a severe safety hazard to have your windshield wipers quit on you , in traffic or not, during a rainstorm. *tr
05/29/200472500609/15/2001
 During a return trip from canada it started to rain. my wipers were working fine for about 5 minutes then they stopped abruptly. i had to stop before an accident occured. i had to manually move them and they started back up. this issue has happened 5 times since( every time it has been drove in the rain). the wipers stop at random times and sometimes they will not shut off for up to 5 minutes after turning the switch off. i have parked this vehicle until i can get this safety issue resolved. i do not want to replace this part unless i know if this same issue will occur with the replacement part or not.*ak
700002507/12/2003
 Windshield wipers quit working when engaged . consumer had to hit the windshield wipers for them to start working. the dealership replaced the windshield wiper module.*ak
11/12/20031
 Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable obstructing the drivers view. dealer sorry there is not recall on the 1998 but there is on the 1997. please provide further information. *ph
1
 The windshield wipers have been intermittent for about a month. the dealer has stated the windshield wiper motor circuit board has malfunctioned. please provide further details. *ph
07/11/20031
 Consumer states windshield wipers are inoperative. dealer notified. *ak
07/07/2003300001
 Windshield wipers have failed, blocking visibility. dealer notified. *ak
06/13/2003900001
 Windshield wipers are inoperative. dealer notified. *ak
1
 The windshield wipers failed intermittently which resulted in poor visibility during inclement weather. *nlm
VISIBILITY - REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING
03/20/20051003/15/2005
 When you turn the windshield wipers on, they will work and then stop working while driving down the road, if you go to turn them for mist, they will go back and forth like they were on and not stop, if you put them on interment, they will work sometimes but they usually stay on until you pull over and turn the truck off and back on.*ak
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
1
 The left side trim at the base of the window is loose. *slc
11/01/1998112/01/1997
 Driver door/window seal is leaking, causing rear view mirror to start to separate from panel. mjs yh
10/16/199802/06/1998
 Replaced winshield seal/left seat handle and transmission. also engine head gasket leaked prior to recall. *ak
07/20/199803/10/1998
 Weather strip coming off windshield.
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
01/01/200510000050
 Wipers may not come on or may stop during use. also wiper speed control does not always work. *jb
12/07/20061700001006/28/2002
 Re: nhtsa campaign # 98v50001 & 97v096001 windshield wipe failure due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. unit failed on my 1998 chev s-10 vin 1gccs1948wk1xxxxx. gm 1st agreed to replace at no cost. upon dealership confirmation of problem, gm change to position of not responsible. this is a continuing problems with the units according to service manager. gm takes the position that vehicle in not part of any recall. the part involved is the same as on the 1996 vehicles. i replace unit a my expense, dealership did not charge labor. the defect came to my attention when wipers failed and then came to life after touching circuit board housing. the above nhtsa recalls need to be extended to all gm s-10 pickups as well as other vehicles. *nm
09/01/19992000108/01/1998
 Wipers fail to work when turned on, intermittent problem. started within one year of purchase of vehicle when new. *jb
01/03/2005860003007/14/1995
 Windshield wiper failure: i was driving 70 mph west on i-10 when it started raining. i turned the wipers on, and the wipers worked for approximately one mile before the windshield wipers suddenly stopped working. i pulled to the side of the road and waited for the rain to stop. i've talk to other owners of s-10, suburban, and silverado's which have had the same problem. i've checked a couple of web sites concerning auto complaints, and there are thousands of complaints concerning the same problem. why isn't there a recall on chevy's windshield wipers!!!!!!!!!! how many people have to die before you get off your butt and do something about. like do your job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!*jb
01/03/2005860003007/14/1995
 Windshield wiper failure: i was driving 70 mph west on i-10 when it started raining. i turned the wipers on, and the wipers worked for approximately one mile before the windshield wipers suddenly stopped working. i pulled to the side of the road and waited for the rain to stop. i've talk to other owners of s-10, suburban, and silverados which have had the same problem. i've checked a couple of web sites concerning auto complaints, and there are thousands of complaints concerning the same problem. why isn't there a recall on chevy's windshield wipers!!!!!!!!!! how many people have to die before you get off your butt and do something about. like so your job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!*jb
04/07/200652000503/28/2002
 Windshield wipers work intermittently or not at all. recalls were made for this defect for 1997 chevrolet s10 p/ups but not for 1998 s10 pick ups.reference nhtsa campaign id number 03v159000. *jb
03/28/20061
 Windshield wipers work intermittently when switch is turned to a constantly on position. they also operate unpredictably random or not at all when switch is placed on one of the various intermittent positions. this failure causes problems with visibility, increasing risk of crash. there is a recall on 1995 s-10s (nhtsa id #98v150001) for a similar problem involving deterioration of soldering joints on the windshield wipers circuit. no known recall for 1998. *jb
03/20/200612
 The windshield wipers work intermittently. nothing i do helps bring them back on. sometimes through the drive it takes several minutes before turning back on, sometimes it doesn't at all. *nm
04/05/20043600010003/08/2002
 Windshield wipers only work sometimes or not at all. or they stay on until i turn truck off. if i open hood and shake connection they come on. eventually they stop working again. *jb
01/01/2006400002004/17/1998
 Windshield wiper works intermittently or not at all. very dangerous during fog, rain and snow. the 1996 and 1997 models have been recalled already. i believe there is a problem with the 1998 models or i have received a older model motor in my vehicle. *jb
11/09/200535061405/08/1998
 Driving in the rain the windshield wipers fail at random positions. the last incident happened on a country road where there was no shoulder to pull off on to. a very dangerous situation because the drivers visibility was severely restricted to on coming traffic. this failure was on a recall status for the 1996 and 1997 chevrolet s10 models but not included in the 1998 models. failure of the wiper circuit board. the problem is known to exist but gm will not honor free replacement of the defective part because of a stated age date even though the vehicle has less than 37,000 miles on it. *jb
11/15/200563500512/27/1997
 Windshield wiper motor intermittent failure. this is a recall item on previous year model chevy s-10s, (i know as i also own a 1997 model) but as of nov 15, 2005, not for 1998. *nm
09/01/200524776112/18/1998
 Problem started in 1999 with erratic operation of the windshield wipers and continued until failure. this seems to be an extension of nhtsa #03v159000 campaign. the part replaced was manufactured by itt automotive part #pcb 24006727 rev. c dealer fp-number 12463090 description module 16.o67. *nm
09/22/200563223106/14/2002
 In the last 2 months, my vehicles windshield wipers have stopped working while in operation or they simply will not start at all. this is very dangerous with the lose of visibility. i took the vehicle(1998 s10 blazer) to the dealer and he replaced a bad circuit board module to fix the problem and have paid the dealer for the fix. i have found that gm already has a recall for this vehicle for the 1997 model but my years model is not covered by the recall. the nhtsa id # is 03v159000. gm should cover this very dangerous problem on the 1998 model as it very obvious that this model has the same problem as the 1997's. *nm
08/07/2004102/04/1998
 Dt: 1998 chevrolet s10. the consumer states the windshield wipers do not work. the vehicle has not been looked at. there was a recall for this problem on previous years. this started about a year ago, they would work when they wanted to, now they do not work. *ak
08/14/20054009/01/1998
 Windshield wipers quit working while raining. has done this for the last 2 1/2 years. thankfully i have not wrecked. everyone i have talked to has said that there is a recall for 1996 and 1997 models but not for 1998's. well there needs to be. nothing has been to correct the failure be cause cheverolet says there is nothing wrong because there is no recall on this year model. i don't have the money to replace every part and see by trial and error. i've read that it might be a circuit board. i guess its going to take someone getting killed to do something about it. *jb
08/13/200574950103/01/2003
 Windshield wiper failure, wipers have failed many times over the 3 years that we have owned this truck. we have went to several mechanics for help and no solutions have worked. an auto tech. instructor told my son that the s10 has a weak system and that new ends could not be ordered for connections. several people who have s10's have told me that they have the same problem. this my teenage sons truck and i fill that chevorlet should recall and fix the problem. *nm
05/01/20045600050
 Last year the wipers started to not work properly, it would speed up, slow down, not work, not shut off, now it is worse. quite hazardous during rain, not repaired yet, called local dealer advised no recall for that year. there is a recall for 1997 model year with same problem
07/07/200430
 Wiper motor
05/11/20051000004002/15/1999
 Consumer stated the windshield wipers will just quit. the dealer replaced the circuit board. *jb
09/06/2004698001
 When driving, the front windshield wipers worked intermittently. *jb wipers worked on high speed but if put in low sometimes they work and sometimes they do not. the consumer stated that if he touches the circuit board wipers come on. *tc
05/05/20045500010004/15/2003
 My wipers quit whenever they feel like it, especially in a pouring rain, or they will not come on at all! there is also a problem with them not going off when turned off. i hit a deer because the wipers would not turn off after using the window washer to clean my window in my garage. after many attempts to turn them off, i proceeded to drive the 20 miles to my job site. on the way, i hit a deer. it could have been much worse, the oncoming pickup could have been what i hit. please, this is a very dangerous situation! after reading 21 pages of complaints about the same thing, i would think that someone would take this as a serious subject.
01/01/2000100
 The windshield wipers on my 1998 chevy s10 do not work properly. they wil not turn on, turn off, or return to their full off position consistently. on the mist setting they don't stop after a few swipes nor do they work consistently on the intermittent setting.*ak
07/28/200472000407/25/2003
 Windshield wipers have occasionally stopped working while driving in the rain. i recieved a bulletin from chevrolet stating that some vehicles were being recalled because of this problem. i took my s10 pickup to a dealership for the repairs and they refused because my truck is a 1998 model and they said the recall was for 1997 models. someone i spoke with said that cleaning the contacts on the curcuit board would remedy this situation. i did this and it seemed to take care of the problem. however it happened again recently. i read that the nthsa had been looking into this matter, but i cant find any information. *ak
06/20/2004112/28/1998
 Windshield wipers quit in the middle of a storm or sometimes don't work at all. i just found out about this site or i would have submitted my complaint two years ago. *ak
02/01/200462000999901/09/2004
 Windshield wiper motor work intermittently. it sometimes will not work at all, sometimes will stop in mid-cycle, sometimes will cycle repeatedly when using the mist feature. gm has admitted this exact same problem with 96 and 97 s-10's but saying there is no problem with 98 and newer. after a very lengthy discussion with a customer service rep. at gm, they decided to give me 50% credit if i take my truck to a gm dealer and have it properly diagnosed and repaired there, but why should i have to pay at all for a defect in their product!!!!! this problem has been ongoing since i bought the truck in 01/04, makes me think twice about buying another gm product. *la
05/20/200450000906/21/2001
 Wiper pulse board interruption, failure. no replacement has been found. this problem is consistent with the current recall of 1994-1997 chevrolet s 10 pickups, but occurs in later model years, particularly 1998.*ak
05/13/200424
 Windshield wiper malfunction. the wipers fail most of the time. when they do work, they run erractically. i use rain-x on the windshield for increased visibility. *ak
05/11/20041180001007/24/1998
 Windshield wiper failed, this is an ongoing problem. they do work sometimes but mostly they do not. this was a recall item for my other car but not for this truck. i think it should be
03/02/2004800003
 When windshield wipers are engaged they will go from the speed setting into the highest speed setting by themselves, then quit working. also, when the windshield wipers are turned off they stay in their current location. *ak
02/03/20042001/01/2002
 Windsheild wipers do not start. seems to be some kind of short.
01/16/2004750004
 The front windshield wipers failed. the consumer managed to pull over to temporally fix the problem. the mechanic tried to repair the problem twice, however the problem was resolved the problem. *jb
05/10/2003240004005/06/2003
 Windshield wipers work intermittently. when on delay will sometimes work, but mostly go at low speed regardless of selection. 20% of the time wipers will not turn on at all. when turned off wipers continue until they feel like stopping and then stop half way down the windshield. when using the mist, wipers continue to run from 6 to 20 sweeps, and sometimes dont go all the way down.*ak
710001
 During inclement weather windshield wipers stopped working, causing poor visibility to the driver. *ak
57100108/01/1993
 Windshield wipers intermittently failed to operate during inclement weather. dealer replaced the windshield wiper control module. *ak the wiper control module developed cracks. the consumers concern is that the same control module was used in the 1998 vehicle but the recall stopped at the 1997 model/year and the recall should include all model years that develop this problem. *sc *jb
11/19/2003500003008/10/1999
 Windshield wipers won't work or stop working without rhyme or reason and work on whatever speed they choose regardless of the setting. *la
11/14/2003555001
 While driving during rainy weather, the windshield wipers failed. the motor was replaced. *ak *jb *nm
11/12/2003555001
 While driving during rainy weather windshield wipers intermittently failed. dealership had been notified, but the problem was not resolved.*ak
11/17/2003450003
 Windshield wipers failed in rainy or snowy weather, obstructing driver's view. took vehicle to dealer, who informed consumer there was no recall on a 1998 model. *ak
1
 Windshield wipers shut off while driving during inclement weather. dealer had not determined the cause of the problem. *ak
10/08/20031
 Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing the driver's view. dealer stated there was no recall on this vehicle.*ak
1
 While driving during inclement weather windshield wipers stopped functioning, causing poor visibility. *ak there's a item located just under the hood on the firewall, that if it gets wet i would cause the wipers to malfunction. on one occasion, the consumer's wife was driving on the highway when it started to rain, the wipers failed. the 1997 models were recalled but the consumer owns a 1998 which experienced the same defect. *ph *nlm
10/01/20034500010008/01/1998
 Wipers work only every once in a while and doesn't work when its needed. consumer understands that there is recall for other chevrolet vehicles but not on the 1998 s-10. i believe that it needs to be looked at again. *la
09/01/200350000105/27/1999
 Drivers wiper control is intermittent or appears to have a weak or poor design. wipers can be selected to intermmitent, will work for a while properly then may switch to low with no driver involvement. sometimes when switched to off, wipers may continue operating for 1-2 minutes. sometimes when selecting mist on wiper control, wipers may operate anywhere from 5-10 sweeps (should only be one).*ak
08/15/200355825106/30/1998
 While driving in the rain, the windshield wipers stopped working and caused the consumer to pull over. *ak this was a common problem with gm, there were recalls on the vehicle, however the consumer's vehicle was not included in the recall. *scc *jb
05/01/2003440001505/30/1998
 Windshield wipers operate only sporadically. wipers sometimes stop working during periods of rain, creating loss of visibility and potential for vehicle crash.at times wipers fail to start when turned on. dealer mechanic says this condition is widwspread, but manufacturer has so far failed to include this model in a recall. earlier models having the same symptoms. manufacturer should expand recall to include later models with identical problems as those models under existing recall.*ak
08/04/20031
 Consumer stated his vehicle was having the same problem as mentioned in recall concerning windshield wipers. dealer will not repair because vin was not included. recall number unknown.*ak
07/11/20031
 Consumer states that while driving and no warning windshield wipers will work intermittently, and it will be hard for the consumer to see during rainy weather. dealer notified. *ak
06/27/200382997205/20/1998
 1998 chevrolet s10 has failing wiper motor, they work intermittently or sometimes not at all. *jb
06/18/20031
 Consumer states that while driving and with no warning the windshield wipers will work intermittently, and it will be hard for the consumer to see during rainy weather. dealer notified. *ak
09/02/20023400108/01/2001
 The windshield wipers did not function properly. *jb. the windshield wipers stopped and resumed at any time. ph *jb
05/09/20031
 While driving, the windshield wipers failed to operate. *jb
04/02/2003600005005/04/1998
 Windshield wipers fail in mid sweep. mist setting speeds up to fast. *jb
02/15/20011
 The windshield wipers stopped working while driving in the rain. *jb
05/05/2003
 The windshield wipers became inoperative. a recall was issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle was not include due to vin#. *nlm
04/26/2003
 The vehicle's windshield wipers failed without warning while driving in the rain. dealer diagnosed failure of washer circuit board. *nlm
1
 The windshield wipers did not functioning properly when using washing fluid or under regular use. *jb
02/10/200352000102/21/2001
 Windshield wipers failed
05/01/20004000002/01/1998
 When activated, windshield wipers operate erratically and may shut off without warning. the erratic behavior happens throughout the year but appears worse (especially shutting off unexpectedly) in warm weather. recently i have found that turning the wipers to high will usually restart them after they shut off. erratic behavior during intermittent operation includes multiple wipes (sometimes more than 10) per cycle. this problem has been present for approximately the last 30,000 miles (i am currently at 72,500). i am estimating the incident date below around the first time i noticed the problem. the date is accurate +/- 6 months. i have not yet contacted the dealer about the problem. i am planning to do so either today (1/2/03) or tomorrow.
08/01/2002
 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
103/21/1998
 While the consumer was driving in rain the windshield wipers failed. *yh
03/28/2002
 Windshield wipers work intermittently or stop during operation. dealer contacted. feel free to provide any further information. *ak
 Windshield wipers fail to operate at times and at other times they won't shut off - mechanic has said this is very common is chevys and seems to be related to a faulty control module which tends to crack and allow water into the module which will keep the wipers from functioning properly only when there is rain, fog, humidity. seems to be related to the recall issued in 1996 but did not extend to later models.
06/01/2001306/01/1998
 Windshield wipers.this is evidentually a defective part if it fails within 3yrs, and is replaced at owner expense, sometimes going through several expense before corrected. componet wiper mogular fails causing on visability with rain, fog-up, etc. while vehicle is moving, causing total suprise and emergency action to avoid collision, run off road, as you cannot see. something should be done as some drivers cannot react safely. thanks. *ak
2003/01/2000
 Windshield wipers fail to operate at times and at other times they won't shut off. the local chevrolet dealership replaced a the multi function switch which still hasn't corrected the problem. the service manager stated that they have replaced several of those switches in the past but would not commit to a number. i also own a 1998 gmc jimmy which is the same basic vehicle. it is experiencing the same type of problems which leads me to believe there is a wide spread problem. i also spoke with another jimmy owner who reported wiper problems also. i contacted chevrolet customer service and reported the problem. i believe if you check you will find that many gmc and chevrolet vehciles have experienced wiper related problems. in addition, both of my vehciles have oil leaks coming from the hoses that go from the engine to the remote oil filter assembly. i am told by a gm dealership employee that this is a common problem. i appreciate your attention in this matter. thank you! *ak
08/01/1998103/28/1998
 Windshield wiper reservior and windshield wiper motor failed. yh
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - LINKAGES
05/01/20045600050
 Last year the wipers started to not work properly, it would speed up, slow down, not work, not shut off, now it is worse. quite hazardous during rain, not repaired yet, called local dealer advised no recall for that year. there is a recall for 1997 model year with same problem
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR
06/14/2007100000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet s10. the contact stated that the windshield wipers worked intermittently, which reduced visibility in inclimate weather. the manufacturer stated that his model year was excluded from the recall; therefore, they would not replace the wiper motor circuit board for free. the vehicle has not been repaired. the nhtsa campaign id number was unknown. the failure mileage was 100,000 and current mileage was 130,000.
08/02/2006106/06/2000
 Visibility:windshield wiper/washer motor. *nm
06/10/20065011/25/1997
 Windshield wiper motor works then it doesn't. *jb
03/07/20065
 This is the same problem as others have listed. i turn on the wipers and they sometimes turn on, sometimes don't, other times they go at similar speeds, other times they will not shut off. this seems to be the same as the 97 s-10 recall, this needs to be extended. my dealer told me it would be $800 to fix this problem, i have elected to take my chances. *nm
05/05/2002100
 Windshield wipers used to work at varying speeds, regardless if they were on or not. now, they rarely ever work. the problem began while it was pouring, during rush hour, on the freeway, while driving through construction. i lost all visibility and there wasn't a shoulder to pull off on. this is a very dangerous problem. wipers only work intermittently. *nm
08/11/2005380005004/25/1998
 My 1998 s-10 pickup wipers will fail without notice at any setting of the intermittant switch. i replaced the switch assembly but that did not help the problem. somwetimes they will restart by wiggling the wires going to the wiper motor. this is very dangerous because when it fails in a downpour you can not see how to get off the road. the problem has existied the last 3 years. *nm
09/21/200420000108/10/2003
 I own a 1998 chevy s-10. the windshield wipers have stopped working after months of very sporadic behavior. this behavior began after only 19,000 miles. the consequences of wipers not working are obviously grave. faulty circuit board has to be replaced (the same board involved in the 1997 recall). i have heard and read of many, many others with the same problem. *nm
06/18/20004000010006/16/1998
 Windshield wiper motor stops working sometimes. you can tap on the motor itself sometimes and it will work for a while. *jb
07/06/20058200011/11/2003
 Windshield wipers fail intermittently. failure is unpredictiable. last failure occured while i was driving down interstate 495 during a heavy rainstorm
08/30/2001108/30/2001
 Dt: consumer says while driving ve in the rain windshield wipers periodically malfunctioned. sometimes stopped completel, slowed down or turned off. this happened since purchasing vehicle. consumer received no help from dealer or manufacturer. *ak
02/22/20051
 Windshield wiper motor quits intermittantly , needing to go outside and wiggle wiper arm to get going. very much a hazard during heavy rains. should be recalled. *ak
09/01/2004210002003/15/1998
 Sometimes windshield wiper does not wipe at all. ometimes it won't stop wiping. ometimes when set to interrupted wiping, it wipes continuously. as happened frequently, almost every time it has rained and i have had to use the wipers since it started in sept. 2004. *ak
04/15/2004250002
 While driving at any speed front windshield wipers failed intermittently. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
09/24/2004950003
 Windshield wipers worked intermittently. this occurred because of a crack in the solder joint as described in the windshield wiper recall 03v159000, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
05/22/20041012/06/2000
 1998 chevrolet blazer windhshield wipers do not work on a consistant basis. the worst scenerio was when my son broke his arm and we were leaving the emergency room. minutes after getting in the car a terrible rain storm hit and made it almost impossible to see. we pulled over and sat for about 1 1/2 hours - when we should have been at the pharmacy getting his pain pills. to me, this is unacceptable. there have been too many times to even recall as to when the wipers have not worked. the recall needs to include 1998 blazers!!! dls. *ak
03/05/2004530001
 Windshield wiper motor failed. a recall was issued. however, this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak
08/21/2004114070110/24/1998
 During a rain storm windshield wipers stopped working. after a near accident, the truck was pulled over and stopped at an unsafe location on the shoulder of the freeway. this happened just saturday, aug. 21, 2004 to my daughter who was driving i-40 from raleigh to our home in chapel hill. *ak
08/05/20041
 Windshield wipers operated poorly. consumer took the vehicle to several places for the problem, but no one could find anything wrong. consumer was told that chevrolet had a recall on this problem, but could not find any problem of this nature. sometimes windshield wipers work, and sometimes they won't work. once they stop they may or may not begin to work again. *ak
06/24/2004115000106/14/2004
 Intermittently windshield wipers stopped while in operation or will not operate at all during inclement weather. the manufacturer was notified. a recall had been issued for the vehicle the consumer's vehicle was not included due to vin.
08/01/2004108/15/1998
 Problems with windshield wipers.*mr the windshield wiper would stop in the middle of the windshield while being operated in the rain. this problem has been occurring for the past 2 years. *nm
06/16/2004410002
 While driving 40 mph in a rain storm the windshield wipers failed. as a result, driver's visiblity was impaired. *ak
06/01/2004774901
 Consumer complained about a windshield wiper problem. a recall was issued on this make, model, and year. however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
06/02/20045
 While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers failed. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that windshield wipers needed to be replaced. *ak
10/01/200295000110/01/2002
 Windshield wiper motor fails or works intermittently. this is similar to the bullitin no: 03023. *ak
03/09/20041
 While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers came on and off own their own. this caused the driver to have poor visibility while driving. *ak
03/02/20041300002
 While driving during rainy weather windshield wipers intermittently failed. *ak
03/01/20041
 I have a 1998 chevrolet s10 pick-up that the windshield wiper motor periodically stops. this can occur at any time when the wipers are on. i know there was a recall by chevrolet on other models related to this failure. the wiper motor components used in the s-10 series resemble the same as what was used in other models that were under the recall notification. could these be related? how can i find out if other owners are experiencing the same problems? the last date of the failure was 3/1/04. this sudden stoppage of the wiper motor could potentially cause accidents by obscuring the vision of the driver. *ak
02/03/20042001/01/2002
 Windsheild wipers do not start. seems to be some kind of short.
01/14/20041
 While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers come on and off on their own. this is an intermittent problem.*ak
700001
 Intermittently windshield wiper quit working when in use. there is a windshield wiper motor recall 03v159000 for this issue. but this vehicle is not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
11/11/200306/08/1998
 Trucks with a defective windshield wiper module that causes the wipers to stop working.gm has limited the recall of this defective part for vehicle up to 1997 even though the part is used in 1998 vehicles. 1998 chevy s-10 the wipers stopped working . i called chevy dealer where i was told that the defective part had been recalled for vehicles only upto 1997. .due to this defective part. gm needs to modify this recall to include 1998.
400001
 Windshield wipers experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 03v159000; but, this vehicle was not included in recall due to vin. *ak
950001
 Windshield wipers went out with warning. sometimes windshield wipers won't come on. mechanic says there is a recall for the same windshield wiper motor, but it is on 1997, s10 models. consumer believes his car is having the exact same problem.*ak
08/05/200308/06/2003
 Wipers motor not functioning properly. wipers quit working suddenly & sometimes will not start at all. wipers will speed up on their own accord and don't shut off promptly.
09/11/20034000050
 1998 chevy s-10 pickup. windshield wipers only function intermittently, or sometimes not at all. if they do function, the intermittent feature does not work properly. the wipers often stop in the middle of the windshield. i have called a dealer regarding repair, was told that only 1996 and 1997 s-10s were included. i called chevy customer service and they said the same thing. dealer told me it was a circuit board in the windshield wiper motor and i could do it myself for about 100 dollars. gm should be fixing these on the 1998s before someone gets hurt.
09/08/200390000101/10/2000
 Wipers are intermittent. will turn on and sometimes nothing will happen. other times the only function i can get to work is mist. sometimes whan the switch is on intermittent the wipers will switch back and forth between low and intermittent.*ak
05/12/20031
 While driving in the rain windshield wipers would work intermittently, causing the driver to pull over. driver has contacted dealer. *ak
08/31/200310
 Windsheild wiper will run and then stop when it is raining and will even continue to run when i turn them off after the rain has stoped. i traced the problem wiper motor. when the wipers stop i pull to the side of the road and wiggle the electrical connector on the wiper motor and its magic they work for 5 mins and then you repeat the process. with speed limits of 70 mph i do not recommend doing this on highways, pull over and wait till the rain ends ( hotel may be required). we need help with this problem, gm does not care, they want me to buy a new motor from them, this one is defective and the say there is not a problem. i do not need to purchase another defective part from them.*ak
07/26/2003710001
 My 1998 chevrolet s-10 a had bad windshield wiper control board problem that was recalled in other s-10's upto 1997. should consider expanding recall.*ak
08/15/200372000805/21/1998
 Consumer noticed while using windshield wipers and without warning intermittently wipers would stop working. dealer has been contacted.*ak *ts
1
 Consumer states windshield wipers work intermittently during usage. dealer has been contacted. *ak gm issued a recall for windshield wipers on earlier model years. the consumer feels the recall should be extended for later models. *ph *nlm
08/11/200376000108/01/2000
 Intermittently, the windshield wipers became inoperable, obstructing the driver's view. a recall had been issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle was not included due to the vin. *ak the windshield wipers did not respond while driving in the rain. the consumer pulled over, then the wipers suddenly began to work. *scc *jb
08/09/20031
 The s10's windshield wipers work intermittently at best. the wipers will start sometimes and work ok. other times, they will not start, or will stop on their own....usually during the worst possible time. this is very similar to complaints made on 1996 1997 s-10s where there is a recall on the wiper system. *ak
08/09/2003106/15/2001
 Windshield wipers only work when they want too.*ak
10/15/20021
 Consumer states that the windshield wipers work intermittnly. dealer notified.*ak
06/20/20031
 Windshield wipers work only intermittently.*ak
01/18/20034300020
 Windshield wiper sporadically fails to function. when wiper control is switched on wiper will sometimes function and sometimes not function. this is very hazardous in rainy conditions and has almost caused me to collide with other vehicles on more than one occasion. i have absolutely no confidence that my wiper will work for any period of time. this defect very closely resembles and recall notice sent out to owners of 95-97 chevrolet s-10 owners in which they offer to repair the defect at no charge. since my vehicle was labeled as a 98 model year chevrolet they will not do nothing for me in spite of the fact that it could have just as easily been labeled a 97 model. i have filed a complaint with gm at 1800-222-1020 (my service request number 1-120539042). they informed me that they will only be able to assist me if enough complaints come in to them to warrant a recall on the 98 model year s-10. *ak
07/15/2003913491
 While driving in the rain windshield wipers stopped working. vehicle was taken to the dealer where they replaced the wiper module at the owner's expense. *ak *ph *nlm
03/10/200260500302/28/1998
 Consumer noticed windshield wipers worked intermittently during use. the dealer was contacted. *ak the consumer had to manually push on the wipers to get them started, when on low speed, they suddenly go to high. the consumer would turn the wipers on and hear the wiper motor and then they became inoperative. *scc *jb
07/08/20031
 While traveling in inclement weather windshield wipers will come on and off without prior warning. *ak
02/01/20021
 Windshield wipers never work, or they work intermittently, whether it's raining, snowing or i just want to clean my windshield. *ak
32000105/01/1998
 Consumer states that the windshield wipers work intermittently resulting in poor visibility in inclement weather. notified dealer the warranty does not cover windshield wipers. the consumer had to pay $202.55 for repairs. *ak *cb
1000001
 Windshield wipers experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, but this vehicle was not included in recall due to vin.*ak
06/17/20035200011/01/2002
 Windshield wipers stop working in heavy rain, almost lost control over this malfunction, 94-97 chevrolet s-10's have the wiper motor recall, why not the 98's??? i know more people with 98's that are having trouble then the people with the 94-97's...if a recall isn't issued someone is going to get hurt because of these wiper motors! jz. *nlm
04/15/20021
 Consumer states that while driving the vehicle in the rain. the windshield wipers would work intermittently. dealer notified.*ak
06/07/2003106/22/2002
 Windshield wiper motor cuts on and off. once again i have to change all my plans because it is raining. *jb
06/04/200386592106/10/2000
 Nhsta recall campaign id# 03v15900 applies to chevy s-10's through 1997. the recall relates to faulty wiper motor circuit boards that lead to intermittent operation of wiper blades. i own a 1998 chevy s-10 and have experienced numerous failures of the wiper blades during rain storms. the most severe incident happened during heavy rains on june 4, when i lost the use of my wipers for 20 minutes. i have described the problem to mechanics who informed me of the recall and indicated that it is most likely the same problem as that of the recall. the recall should be extended to model year 1998 as soon as possible. *jb
05/07/2003500001010/19/2002
 The new recall on gm trucks and suv's only goes to 97'. i have a 98' with the same problem
03/28/200392000103/22/2003
 Vehicle experienced the same defect with it's windshield wiper motor as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, but the vin number was not included. *tt the windshield wipers were intermittent. *scc *jb
05/10/200362710101/01/1998
 The windshield wipers failed intermittently or seized functioning when engaged. *nlm. the windshield wipers stopped working while driving in a rainstorm. there was zero visibility. *scc *jb
05/16/20034500006/15/1998
 Windshield wipers do not function at all times. will stop while driving. one such incident , i was driving on an interstate highway at 70 mph when they stopped, nearly causing an accident. luckily, i was able to pull off the road and wait for the rain to stop before proceeding. wipers started working again shortly after that. *jb
09/24/1992400001201/16/1999
 In the last 6 months the windshield wiper motors have not worked or have stopped while on expressway driving in rain. *nlm
08/29/200261500106/01/1998
 Wiper motor or switch failed nearing the city of mebane, nc during heavy rain. the next morning it was still raining and the wipers functioned ok. *jb ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*****768323
04/21/20031000001210/31/1997
 Windshield wipers on 1998 chevrolet s-10 stopped unexpectedly while in use, or don't even come on when switch is turned on. *nlm
04/21/200340000305/06/1998
 1998 chevy s 10...windshield wipers stop working when in rain.....never know when it is going to happen, other than when rains.....i also have a 1997 chevy s 10 blazer which does the same thing...chevy has recalled those motors to be fixed...but when i called them to tell them of the same problem with the 1998....they said they would not cover that....i told them of having both vehicles (i bought both of them new)....that i knew the problem was exactly the same....was told to drive to dealer where i bought the vehicle....and was told there it would not be covered. last occurrence was 4,21,03.....*jb
07/01/2002
 Windshield wipers work intermittently or not at all at various times. on 1998 s-10 pickup truck. *nlm
07/15/20011
 While driving windshield wipers malfunctioned due to windshield wiper motor failure *jb...*ak
11/11/2002
 The vehicles windshield wipers stopped working, while consumer was driving at 60 mph in a rain storm. this almost resulted in an accident, because of driver having poor visibility. the dealership is replacing the windshield wiper motor. please provide more details. mr
604/01/2098
 Windshield wipers stop working without warning. failed on 2 occasions during rainstorms. other persons tell me of same failure in 1997 & 1994 chev. p/u trucks.*ak
02/12/20021
 When windshield wipers would be in use, they would perform intermittently or sometimes not at all. driver would have to get out of vehicle to wiggle windshield wiper arm. vehicle is not under recall that was issued. *ak consumer states that the parts are; elc plug or elc board inside of the motor and that gm is aware of this. *scc
04/02/20022010/01/2099
 The winshield wiper motor would originally not turn off when activated on intermittent, or full on. now it shuts off by itself when activated. it did this the other day during a severe rainstorm. i had to open the hood, beat on the wiper motor with a large flashlight (it was handy to use), to get the motor to work. other ownwers of s-10's that i know are reporting the same problem. it is a severe safety hazard to have your winshield wipers quit on you , in traffic or not, during a rainstorm. chevrolet wants $80.00 to replace a control circuit board located within the motor housing.*ak
10/05/2001109/01/2001
 Winshield wipers worked intermittently, causing decreased visibility in inclement weather, increasing the risk of injury due to crash. this condition is remarkably similar to the condition described in nhtsa campaign id 98v150001, but it only applies to 1996 and 1997 models of the same vehicle. i have reported it to gmc, but their basic response was there is no recall, so apparently there is no problem. in fact, the same part described in the previously-referenced recall was defective.*ak
09/05/20012012/01/1997
 Windshield wipers will stop at intermediate times and then start back working, sometimes the wipers will not turn on at all . i have contacted the dealer as well as the manufacture about this problem. there has been a concensus that there have been the same type of problems in other general motor automobiles that have been addressed but they told me that my particular vehicle was not affected buy any recall for this problem.*ak
12/01/2000100001/01/1998
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
01/01/1995
 While traveling during pouring rain windshield wipers stopped running. dealer claimed no problem. *ak
10/06/2000101/01/1998
 Driving home weather conditions hazardous due to rain and fog equiptment failure of windshield wipers totally unexpected. vehicle has 44,000 miles under extended warranty 100.00 deductible can not get vehicle to dealer till next week so will not be driving it. *ak
08/01/1998103/28/1998
 Windshield wiper reservior and windshield wiper motor failed. yh
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING
11/20/2007250020
 The windshield wiper motor would originally not turn off when activated on intermittent, or full on. now it shuts off by itself when activated. it did this the other day during a severe rainstorm. other owners of s-10's that i know are reporting the same problem. it is a severe safety hazard to have your windshield wipers quit on you , in traffic or not, during a rainstorm. *tr
04/12/20071480004009/25/1998
 Windshield wipers failing intermittently. happened in the pouring rain almost wrecked. i can see that there are other people with the same complaint. *tr
01/01/2005500005005/29/2004
 Wipers stopped during thunderstorm on interstate! this has happened many times! they work intermittently. but you never know when. mechanic says this is common in this truck. parts and labor around 200.00 . i see a potentially fatal situation that will happen or perhaps already has. why is chevrolet ignoring this serious problem that could result in death? *nm
05/01/20045600050
 Last year the wipers started to not work properly, it would speed up, slow down, not work, not shut off, now it is worse. quite hazardous during rain, not repaired yet, called local dealer advised no recall for that year. there is a recall for 1997 model year with same problem
05/21/2005600005005/13/2002
 I own two 1998 chevrolet trucks; one is an s-10 pick-up, the other a blazer. the windshield wipers fail on both of them, usually in the middle of a downpour.
04/20/200265000103/20/1998
 My windshield wipers have a wiring problem. when the switch is turned, they work sometimes and sometimes they do not. they often do not work in the rain but on dry days they will come on. after doing some research, i have discovered that water is getting in the wiring harness, and the device had to be shaken in order for the wipers to come back on. windshield wipers that will not work in the rain seems pretty ridiculous to me. there was a recall on earlier year models that have almost identical wiring. the wipers not working has put me in several serious situations. *ak
04/11/2004980001405/06/1998
 Windshield wipers will stop for no reason,then start again later,or you may have them set on intermittent, and they may all of a sudden stop orstart to go full speed. *ak
04/25/200472450111/30/1998
 I own a '98 chevy s-10. gm has recalled s-10's thru '97 for faulty wiper circuit boards. my wipers failed in a rain storm and nearly caused an accident. they refuse to work with me on getting the situation resolved. it can't be an isolated to my vehicle since there is documented history of trouble with gm's wipers.*ak
05/06/200380000104/10/1998
 Winshield wipers will stop working for no apparent reason . i stop the truck pull on wipers to start them again. doesn't happen all the time. intermitent problem. *ak
10/16/2003413751207/30/2001
 Have been experiencing intermittent windshield wiper failures with increasing frequency for the past three months. wipers will work if and when they want to, and at whatever speed they choose. in past failures, the wipers would still work on high, or mist. in the most recent episode they totally failed. when they finally started to work again, they would not shut off!! *la
10/11/200349000
 Intermittent complete failure of windshield wipers on interstate highway during rain. *la
09/07/2003342006
 Windshield wipers quit working. sometimes they work and sometimes they don't. we almost had an accident when spraying the windows while driving and the wipers refused to come on. this happened several times, and we finally had to have the module replaced. the chevrolet dealer told us that they have had more than the usual number of people with 1998 s10s with problems but they can do nothing about it unless the company orders a recall. we believe the recall through 1997 should be extended to the 1998 model. our truck only has 34000 miles on it. it cost us 139.11 to have this fixed. we could have had an accident on the road, but luckily it was an isolated area and we were able to stop in the road and clear the windshield. *ph
08/04/200381106002/19/2001
 Driving a 1998 chevrolet s-10 pick up truck. windshield wipers failed to come on during a heavy rainstorm while driving on interstate 80 in pennsylvania. wiper module was replaced. i believe this was the same problem which was the subject of a recall for full size chevrolet trucks. the s-10 pick up was not part of that recall.
06/19/2003010/01/1997
 Gm will be having a recall that applies to chevrolet s-10's through 1997. the recall relates to faulty wiper motor circuit boards that lead to intermittent operation of wiper blades. i own a 1998 chevrolet s-10 vin number 1gccs1947wk209624 and have experienced numerous failures of the wiper blades during rain storms. the most severe incident happened during heavy rains today, when i lost the use of my wipers for 10 minutes. i have described the problem to mechanics who informed me of the recall and indicated that it is most likely the same problem as that of the recall. the recall should be extended to model year 1998 as soon as possible. *nlm
04/02/200347000206/01/2001
 Problem w/ wiper control on '98 s-10 w/ 48,000 miles. first observed 6 months ago when windshield washer fluid was no longer pumped to windshield. replaced pump in resevoir-- still had problem. about 1 month ago, wipers began operating erratically-- either running too fast, not at all, or refusing to shut off. suspect this may be a control board issue, but current recall only covers '97's and earlier
04/24/2003530005103/07/2003
 The consumers vehicle experienced the same problem as the recall on the windshield wiper module. recall# 1557585. the dealer would not repair the vehicle because the vin was not included. *nlm the consumer replaced the module himself which solved the problem. *scc

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