1998 GMC Suburban wipers, windshield & visibility problems
Owners reported wipers, windshield & visibility problems in 18 complaints for the 1998 GMC Suburban, 13% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 18 13% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 1 fire.
What owners wrote
While driving 60 MPH smelled smoke. Then, saw fire coming from driver's door panel. Stopped and put out fire, consumer stated it appeared fire started at mirror adjuster on door panel. No electrical component was used prior to fire.
While driving at various speeds vehicle stalled without warning. Dealer had not been able to duplicate the problem. Also, windshield wipers worked intermittently.
Other problems reported for the 1998 GMC Suburban
- Brakes 33 complaints
- Electrical system 17 complaints
Wipers, windshield & visibility problems in other years
Wipers, windshield & visibility problems across all GMC models