1996 Chevrolet C30
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 1996 Chevrolet C30. Newest first.
Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. these vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature IS activated.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.
These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This damage to the tire reinforcing structure in the bead "toe" area causes a bulge in the sidewall after the tire IS inflated. This condition will result in a slow air loss causing the tire to go flat. However, it IS possible for the damage to result in a rapid air loss causing injuries to anyone if they were handling the tire when this occurred.
Remedy
Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage IS found, the tire will be replaced.
The four u-bolts nuts on either side of the rear axle were under-torqued.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Vehicle usage could cause the nuts to loosen and eventually fall off the u-bolt. This could result in sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check the u-bolt nut torque and re-torque any loose u-bolts to specification.
These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Consequence of non-compliance: the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there IS insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats.
Certain trucks have fuel rail assemblies with an improperly crimped end retainer clip that results in a fuel leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If fuel leakage occurs and an ignition source IS present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel rail assembly and replace any fuel rail assembly with a julian date code of 95318 through 95338.
Owner complaints
5 complaints2 involved a crash
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Latest complaints
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
I have a recall letter from gm canada concerning antilock brakes. when I took the van to be fixed, the dealer would not do it because the van was converted to an rv by roadtrek and it would require 16 hours labor to repair the brakes. neither gm or roadtrek would cover the cost. how can I get this resolved.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak( dot number: )
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Vehicle used for police use. Consumer stated when traveling at 30 mph the rear brakes grab and also lock up, causing the vehicle to freeze. Consumer also stated when the problem occurs the occupants inside the vehicle being forced into the windshield. Consumer has contacted the dealer. *ak
- Equipment › Electrical
Short in cigarette lighter caused interior lights and door locks to fail.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
The ABS braking system malfunctioned when applying the brakes hard and quickly. had an accident, applied the brakes quickly and they malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to roll 30 feet and run into another vehicle. dealer said that was how the brakes worked. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
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