1996 Chevrolet Pickup Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 21about this part
- Share
- 35%of 60 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 38,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 Chevrolet Pickup, 35% of the 60 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 38,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After receiving a recall notice concerning windshield wipers vehicle was taken into the dealer and service was refused because it is a salvaged vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10091681, filed 2004-10, 38,000 miles“The vehicle was just recently transfered to my name though I have been the primary driver since the vehicle was purchased in december of 1995. The windshield wipers have failed on numerous occassions. I have had the service station where I trade look at it and unless I want to cover the expense of having the motor replaced they recommended that I jiggle the wire to the wiper box. …”
NHTSA complaint #766579, filed 2002-09“When windshield wipers were turned on they worked and stopped. Now windshield wipers work intermittently. Dealer contacted and is aware of the problem. Vehicle was manufacturered in ontario and does not compy to GM recall. Also steering wheel will pop, and horn will not operate properly. Problem still exists. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #836379, filed 1999-04“When traveling in rainy weather conditions and when windshield wipers were needed they didn't work, causing poor visbility. Also, after making adjustments to windshield wipers, they worked for a short period. Consumer has contacted the dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #854220, filed 2000-01“Windshield wipers will quit operating unexpectedly during there operation, during extremely heavy rain, loss of driver visibility greatly increases the risk of a vehicle crash. This has ocurred to me on numerous occassions. A recall was initiated by the Chevrolet motor division on all light duty Pickup trucks & sport utility vehicles, 2 & 4 wheel drive. A solder joint near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the problem. Owner notification began on december 15, 1998. …”
NHTSA complaint #750523, filed 2001-08Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 10% |
| 2001 | 1 | 6% |
| 2000 | 1 | 3% |
| 1999 | 1 | 3% |
| 1998 | 15 | 20% |
| 1997 | 6 | 8% |
| 1996 | 21 | 35% |
| 1995 | 36 | 46% |
| 1994 | 30 | 52% |
| 1992 | 1 | 8% |
| 1991 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1996 Chevrolet Pickup
9 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Pickup
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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