Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1996 Chevrolet Pickup owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
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. I have notified the Chevrolet motor division of the problem & have ben informed by there customer relationship manager larry larson that my vehicle was not subject to the recall & not involved in any special policy for the windshield wiper motors. He stated that this problem could be related to owner maintenance, age or wear. …
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. After seeing a newspaper article on this specific problem in this model vehicle I took the article to the dealer and his suggestion was to replace the motor at my expense and hope an official recall is eventually issued at which time I would be reimbursed. This is a danger and it is a persistant and ongoing problem. I fail to see why the responsibility and expense should be mine. I am asking that NHTSA further investigate this problem before someone is seriously hurt due to the failure of the wiper system.
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.
Winshield wiper motor works intermittently.a check of recall information shows my vehicle was recalled for that.local dealer, said my VIN wasn't covered as part of recall. . Complaint to Chevy was ignored. Chevy complaint request #c04529859. TSB #98043.
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.
Windshield wipers operate intermittently. There is recall 98V150001 for wiper wiring. Dealer said to contact manufacturer. But, they will not acknowledge the problem unless it is part of the recall.
This vehicle has the same problem as the one being recalled on the 94-96 GMC trucks, involving windshield wipers. But consumer's VIN# is not included in the recall. Dealer has been contacted.
After receiving a recall notice concerning windshield wipers vehicle was taken into the dealer and service was refused because it is a salvaged vehicle.
Consumer states that while driving and with no warning windshield wipers will work intermittently, and it will be hard for the consumer to see during rainy weather. Dealer notified.
Windshield wipers stop working when on delay or low. They start working only by turning wipers on high. ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis***751088
Window & Wiper complaints in other Pickup years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 1996 Chevrolet Pickup?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 1996 Chevrolet Pickup, 35% of the model year's 60 complaints. The component named most often is windshield wiper/washer › motor (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1996 Chevrolet Pickup window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for the 1996 Chevrolet Pickup. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1996 Chevrolet Pickup window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 38,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.