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Crashes / Fires:
2 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
13,756 miles

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1997 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup windows / windshield problems

windows / windshield problem

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1997 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup Owner Comments (Page 2 of 4)

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problem #42

May 302002

S-10 Pickup

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Windshield wipers work intermittently. Possibly same defect as campaign no: 98V150001.

- Gambrills, MD, USA

problem #41

Aug 012002

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
While driving and without warning windshield wipers became inoperable.referred consumer to dealer.

- Sasafrax, KY, USA

problem #40

Jun 252002

S-10 Pickup

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving in the rain, windshield wipers stopped working, almost causing an accident. Consumer states that the wipers work intermittently.

- Nashua, NH, USA

problem #39

Mar 152001

S-10 Pickup

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Windshield wipers rarely work. When windshield wipers do work, they stop randomly and most of the time don't start working again.

- Memphis, TN, USA

problem #38

Apr 012002

S-10 Pickup

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Windshield wipers come on intermittently. Dealership is aware of problem.*akwindshield wipers goes off (stop working) at various times, this always happens after the truck has been running for a while.

- Ridge Manor, FL, USA

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problem #37

May 151999

S-10 Pickup

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
In order to make windshield wipers work consumer must lift hood and tap on motor. Consumer experiencing problems with gas gauge.

- New Hill, NC, USA

problem #36

Oct 012000

S-10 Pickup

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Windshield wiper failure - wipers only work intermittently. They work for awhile and then stop for a few mintues and then they start working again. I have some close calls on the highways and interstate.

- Smyrna, TN, USA

problem #35

Nov 242001

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
I told the dealer about windshield wipers. Since I had the truck for a month they would not fix the problem so I just hope windshield wipers come on when I need them. But I found out that I have to wiggle the wires to get them to work. I found that out one day with my kids.

- Columbus, GA, USA

problem #34

Sep 202001

S-10 Pickup 4WD

  • miles
Windshield wipers dont work when it's raining.

- Rock Tavern, NY, USA

problem #33

Aug 152001

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wipers would not operate during a sudden thunderstorm resulting in reduced visibilty to the point it was necessary to pull off to the side of the rode. Wipers later functioned normally, apprears that dampness may have affected their operation. This situation creates an extremely hazardous condition.

- Jackson, TN, USA

problem #32

Sep 192001

S-10 Pickup

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Windshield wipers worked intermittently, resulting in loss of visibility during inclement weather. Dealership examined vehicle, and found that windshield wiper circuit board was faulty. Please provide any additional information / attachments.

- Englewood, FL, USA

problem #31

Sep 142001

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
While driving in rain windshield wipers suddenly stopped. Consumer stopped vehicle, and jiggled wires and wipers came back on. Consumer has contacted dealer, and they said it was the circuit board going to windshield wiper motor.

- Latrobe, PA, USA

problem #30

Aug 082001

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing view of driver. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and the manufacturer has been notified. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models, however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Please provide additional information.

- St Petersburg, FL, USA

problem #29

Jul 012001

S-10 Pickup

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
While using windshield wipers and without any indication windshield wipers would stop working. Dealer has been contacted.

- Lexton, NC, USA

problem #28

Jul 162001

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Whenever windshield wipers are in use they would stop on their own. Sometimes come back on by themselves. Would need to stop vehicle and get out and jiggle wires/ windshield wiper motor or blades themselves to get them going again. This would cause driver to have poor road visibility in rain.

- Douglas, KS, USA

problem #27

Apr 272001

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
While driving in rainy weather conditions windshield wipers become inoperable cause unknown.

- Neeches, TX, USA

problem #26

Apr 062001

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wipers are inoperable, cause unknown.

- Neches, TX, USA

problem #25

Jan 292001

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wipers started and stopped at will. Presently stuck in middle of windshield.

- Berkeley, CA, USA

problem #24

Dec 151995

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wipers working intermittently. This results in inoperative wipers, and a reduction in driver's visibility, increasing risk of a vehicle crash. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a recall due to VIN. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #23

Apr 011998

S-10 Pickup

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Windshield wipers are working intermittently. Vehicle out of warranty. But was not out of warranty when first happens.

- Bronson, TX, USA

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