9.9

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
220 miles

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problem #19

Feb 222000

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Erratic windshield wiper performance, causing poor visibility.vehicle VIN# is not part of recall 98V150001 although it has the same defect. Consumer has paid for the exact remedy as stated on recall.

- Monrovia, CA, USA

problem #18

Feb 082000

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wipers don't work.

- Waterford, MI, USA

problem #17

Jan 112000

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Recall 98V150 001/windshield wiper wiring: Windshield wipers intermittently stop working during operation. Dealer notified, and informed consmer that this vehicle was not part of recall due to VIN.

- Valpargalaso, IN, USA

problem #16

Apr 151998

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
On-going / intermittent problem with windshield wipers stop working during operatio. Problem causes poor visibility when needed, and could lead to a vehicle collision. Dealer/manufacturer notified.

- Greenwell Spring, LA, USA

problem #15

Nov 011999

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
I have contacted Chevrolet and they have taken the information on my windshield wiper problem. But just say that there is not a recall campaign for my car's problem. So this is not a common problem for this series according to the Chevrolet representatives.

- Broken Arrow, OK, USA

problem #14

May 091999

S-10 Pickup

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving in rainy conditions at about 40 mph, the windshield wipers will fail causing poor visibility. Occasionally, the wiper motor will not operate if the air temperature is above 50 degrees.

- Falls Of Rough, 00, USA

problem #13

Oct 011999

S-10 Pickup 4WD

  • miles
They have a recall for trucks made from Aug 1994-May 1996.. my truck was made in July 1996. It has the exact same problems as my 1996 S-10 which was covered under the recall. Windshield wipers do not operate all the time or when they do operate they are sporadic. Very annoying especially in bad weather.

- Bethalto, IL, USA

problem #12

Dec 101999

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
When the windshield wipers are needed the wipers work intermittently or are inoperative, reducing driver visibility. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Dealer informed consumer that recall number 98V150001/mfr C98043 involving the same type of problem, does not include this vehicle due to VIN.

- Indenpendence, KY, USA

problem #11

Dec 011999

S-10 Pickup

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
While driving windshield wipers will not even turn on. Sometimes while driving while raining windshiel wipers will just stop. This makes visibility very hard.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #10

Aug 221999

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wipers are working intermentently.the dealer has been contacted.

- Ray Bunett, AL, USA

problem #9

Aug 181999

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
While driving windshield wiper malfunctioned, which may cause visual difficulty, and result in a crash. There is recall 98V1500000 concerning windshield wipers.. but this vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN.

- Tuscon, AZ, USA

problem #8

Aug 151998

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wiper motor failed prior to recall notice (98V-150). Mjs

- Unk, UN, USA

problem #7

May 151999

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
The problem I am having is the windshield wipers stop without warning, sometimes they restart and sometimes you must stop the vehicle and pull on them. This causes them to restart for an intermittent amount of time. This problem is addressed by NHTSA campaigh id number: 98V150000 and 98V150001. Due to the fact my vehicle was manufactured in June 1996, it is not covered only vehicles produced Aug. 1994 to May 1996. I have the same problem but due to the fact mine was made in June and not may it is not covered.

- Williamson, WV, USA

problem #6

Apr 291999

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wipers work intermitently. The electric module seems to get stuck. If wipers stop consumer can get out of vehicle, lift wipers and motion begins again, and same procedure continues. Vehicle is being repaired at thorton Chevrolet---770-941-8550.

- Powder Springs, GA, USA

problem #5

Jun 011998

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Recall 98V150000, windshield wipers malfunctioned causing visibility problems and may resultin a crash due to a defective circuit board. There is a recall for this problem. But this vehicle is not included due to VIN.

- Metarie, LA, USA

problem #4

Oct 151996

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Ongoing / intermittent problem with windshield wipers stopping while running. Consumer learned of manufacturer's recall on 1994-1995 vehicle with the same problem. Can NHTSA help in this matter or provide addtional information. Dealer/mfr. Notified.

- Hesperia, CA, USA

problem #3

Jun 041999

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Consumer is experiencing problem with windshield wipers. There is a recall for windshield wipers, but the vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN. Dealer has been contacted.

- New Smyrna, FL, USA

problem #2

Feb 181999

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
On numerous occasions windshield wiper motor will fade or stop. When driving over anything that causes vibrations, eg., bumps/potholes, and revving of engine. Also, closing the doors will cause the wipers to fade. There is an open investigation at this time.

- Trafford, PA, USA

problem #1

May 011998

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Windshield wipers intermittently work, causing visual obstruction, which can lead to vehicle accident. Dealer notified and cannot duplicate the problem. Whenever consumer takes vehicle to dealer, wipers would be working, and dealer would tell consumer nothing could be found.

- Coonrapids, MN, USA