1996 Chevrolet Impala Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems

“Heater core leaking at 37,000 miles costly repair got some assistance after I called 800 number then water pump leaking at 52,000 miles costly repair again no assistance then odometer light failed and had to replace complete speedometer head again very costly I have the popping sound in front suspension have never received anything from manufacturer as to a recall is there one”

“Heater core in my 1996 Impala is constantly clogging, therefore no heat and no defrosters. Cooling system flushed 2 times by Chevrolet garage. They have no way to correct the problem. This problem is nation wide and not a local issue.”

“Heat/defrost has failed twice both times flushed and repaired by myself (ase master cert. Mech.) both in cold weather defrost would'nt clear windshield for proper visibilty GM claims there is no problem with dex-cool in the system and it's my problem not theirs.”

“Major visability and safety problem caused by defroster/heater failure on most 1996 impalas due to chemical reaction with new (1996) dex-cool anti-frreeze in heater core causing accelerated loss of heat until complete blockage occurs.”

“Heat doesn't work in the winter. Heater core has to be flushed every winter because of build up. Dealer says that this is rare, never heard before of this problem, and doesn't know its cause.”