1996 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1996 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck. Newest first.
Certain e speed racing combination lamps sold as replacement equipment for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
E speed racing will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began may 10, 2006. owners may contact e speed racing 909-923-3636.
Owner complaints
49 complaints4 involved a crash2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags › Frontal
I was driving the speed limit of 50mph when a car did a u-turn in front of me, after hitting the car I was spun around and hit a sign and then a pole before stopping, the front end was totaled and the airbags did not deploy, no injuries.*tr
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Fortunately while still in my garage, I attempted to open the passenger side front door from outside the vehicle by lifting the door handle. Upon doing so the door unlatched and immediately fell into my chest at a 45 degree angle with my right hand still on the door handle. After supporting the…
Fortunately while still in my garage, I attempted to open the passenger side front door from outside the vehicle by lifting the door handle. Upon doing so the door unlatched and immediately fell into my chest at a 45 degree angle with my right hand still on the door handle. After supporting the door with a foot stool it was obvious the door had fallen off the top hinge completeley. Yes, the 4 spot welds had simply given way. To say the least I am amazed something as heavy as that door IS simply spot welded on at the hinges. I am greatful my wife or anyone else was not in the passenger seat and I was traveling at speed making a turn while they might have been leaning on the door. I immediately called the local garage I do business with and they recommended a close by reliable repair shop. Unfortunately I prefer not to take my cars to the dealers once they are out of warranty for reasons I won't go into here. They ordered a new hinge from the local chevrolet dealer and I think it interesting it came with 4 bolts and nuts which makes a whole lot more sense to me than 4 tiny spot welds. I did take the bill for the repair to the local chevrolet dealer ($199.05) to see if they or gm might be interested in paying it and also what happened or even better what could have happened. They ofcourse reminded me the tahoe was way out of warranty and I said I knew that but thought they might be interested in the fact a door fell off in a customers hands and besides being dangerous it's probably not good pr either. I did ask the service supervisor to check recalls and service bulletins for my vehicle. I watched as he hit a few keys on his computer never allowing me to view his screen and said he didn't see anything except a couple of cargo doors. I did not ask the repair shop for the old hinge but i"m sure the along with another witness from my regular garage can tell you what they found. I will call them first thing tomorrow and see if by chance they still have the old hinge.
- Electrical system › Wiring · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Wire plug inside gas tank overheated an melted the wires and the plug. The pump of course stopped working so truck would not start. about 3 years ago the fuel pump was replaced under warranty by hubler chevrolet on US31 in greenwood. I do not know if this was the same problem then. The bill says…
Wire plug inside gas tank overheated an melted the wires and the plug. The pump of course stopped working so truck would not start. about 3 years ago the fuel pump was replaced under warranty by hubler chevrolet on US31 in greenwood. I do not know if this was the same problem then. The bill says they replaced the pump at that time. This time the truck was not under warranty so I was going to replace the fuel pump myself. When I pulled the pump from the tank I found the burnt wires. I bench tested the pump and it still worked. Also the wires for fuel gauge were melted. The fuel gauge had been working off and on for about two weeks. I was waiting for warmer weather to pull the fuel tank and fix it when this happened. As hot as it had to get to melt the way it did, my family and I are fortunate that the fuel tank did not explode. *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Switch/wiring
1996 chevrolet 1 ton 4-door pickup truck 4X4 with a 350 vortec and automatic the windshield wiper motor wire-plug shorts out and the wipers stop working. I stuck a piece of wood shim between the plug-in and housing and this keeps the it from shorting out. I was told by a local mechanic that…
1996 chevrolet 1 ton 4-door pickup truck 4X4 with a 350 vortec and automatic the windshield wiper motor wire-plug shorts out and the wipers stop working. I stuck a piece of wood shim between the plug-in and housing and this keeps the it from shorting out. I was told by a local mechanic that this problem IS very very common with these trucks and that it IS a short inside the little box where the plug plugs into. I was driving home pulling a large trailor in the rain when the wipers just stopped working and almost crashed into the freeway railing and had to stop on the freeway near seattle! I don't feel I should have to pay for a defec in the wiring, when my old 1976 chevy truck never had a problem like that!
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly · Fuel system, other · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Consumer states when depressing brakes van pulls to the left. van checked by dealer who replaced pads and rotors. consumer advised while driving again had to suddenly apply brakes and van pulled to the left almost causing a collision. van checked again by dealer who advised that a durostop needs…
Consumer states when depressing brakes van pulls to the left. van checked by dealer who replaced pads and rotors. consumer advised while driving again had to suddenly apply brakes and van pulled to the left almost causing a collision. van checked again by dealer who advised that a durostop needs to be installed on van to equalize pressure on brake pads. van did not have component when purchased new in 01/97. nlmthe gas gauge bounces erratically when going over bumps. the dealer has repaired everything possible concerning this defect, to no avail. *jg
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
I purchased this truck used in virginia. I ran a carfax check, had it inspected and asked if it had any known defects. I did not know when I bought it that the fuel injector pump and solenoid were bad. the truck stalls at any speed and I am unable to drive due to the fact it may stall anytime.…
I purchased this truck used in virginia. I ran a carfax check, had it inspected and asked if it had any known defects. I did not know when I bought it that the fuel injector pump and solenoid were bad. the truck stalls at any speed and I am unable to drive due to the fact it may stall anytime. I took it to the dealer and they said there IS a recall for the fuel injector pump, but it only covers 10 years or 120,000. I bought the truck with 122,400 miles and have only been able to drive another 100 or so miles. the dealer would not honor the recall. I have talked to gm and they are giving me the run around. I have filed a complaint with the bbb and will continue to file complaints until gm/chevrolet fixes the truck. the dealer estimated the repairs at $2,500. I feel they should honor the recall because the part IS obviously defective and was when I bought it.*ak
- Air bags
Had a head on collision with another truck and the air bag did not work.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Vehicle will not shift into third gear due to malfunction within transmission. Dealer contacted. *Ak *tt
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Brake rotors were warped, and had to be repaired under warranty by dealership. however, the problem has occurred again with an unknown amount of miles on brake rotors. please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak
- Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior
Outside sideview mirrors vibrate at spees from approx 25 to 70 mph. Replaced several times yet the problem still exists.
- Tires › Tread/belt
Consumer replaced all 4 goodyear wranger 16" load range e tires due to tread separation, dealer stated the tires were experiencing this due to normal wear even though the tires failed at only 20000 miles. *slc
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
The transmission failed because of a defective wiring harness which sent an improper ground to the pcm and destroyed the transmission. nlm
- Service brakes, air › Antilock · Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers work intermittently when turned on and sometimes do not come on or stop while in operation. this makes visability nearly impossible. the anti-lock brakes pump the brakes sometimes when trying to stop on dry pavement at slow speeds.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
No sunmmary
- Power train › Automatic transmission
This vehicle has not pulled a trailer or been used to tow.......there IS no hitch on the van
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Whenever windshield wipers were in use they would fail to operate properly. Would sometimes not come on when switch was turned. The problem caused poor visibility for the driver in rain or snow. been to dealer & contacted manufacturer. Indication was that nothing could be done. vehicle was not on recall. *ak *ML
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core · Visibility › Windshield
When the temperature goes below freezing, the windows fog up and do not clear. even with defrost on high, the windows do not clear. heater core has been changed and the problem still exists and dealer says, it's the vehicle and there IS nothing they can do to stop it. *Ak
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator · Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system · Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner · Seats · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Are there any recalls on these defective parts? If so procedures to follow? No safety defect mentioned in summary. *ak( dot number: tire size: p265/r161 )
- Power train › Axle assembly · Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft · Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft › Seal · Power train › Driveline › Differential unit · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylinders
Wheel bearings are loose and one IS leaking. *mjs
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Paint chiping and flying off vehicle extensively, wipers quit working after running awhile
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
This letter IS to inform you of a potentially dangerous and possible catastrophic condition. The connector at the top of the fuel level sending unit and the wiring to the fuel pump, located inside the fuel tank, have shorted and melted to the point of failure. the electrical pins inside the…
This letter IS to inform you of a potentially dangerous and possible catastrophic condition. The connector at the top of the fuel level sending unit and the wiring to the fuel pump, located inside the fuel tank, have shorted and melted to the point of failure. the electrical pins inside the connector are very badly pitted and burnt. the insulation on the wire (gray) form the sending unit to the connector of the fuel pump IS melted, exposing the bare wire (approximately 2 inches). having electrical arcing/sparking and heat generation sufficient to melt the insulation, located in a gasoline fuel tank IS a very serious and unsafe condition! according to the service manager (chris pfaff) at roundtree chevrolet in boise ID, this condition has been seen before with other chevrolet vehicles. I have the defective part if needed.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist
No summary
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Engine light comes on and runs rough at idle. Also shifts hard. Has been looked at 3 times. Twice by dealer while under warrenty once by a different dealer just out of warrenty. Third time was told needed a new transmission.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
No summary listed for this vehicle. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
No summary listed for this vehicle. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel leaks from the vapor canister
In January 1998, GM issued the technical service bulletin describing conditions which may result in fuel leakage from the emission vapor canister.According to the bulletin, when the subject vehicles are parked on an incline, with a full tank of gasoline, fuel can flow into the vapor canister.The remedy is to replace…
In January 1998, GM issued the technical service bulletin describing conditions which may result in fuel leakage from the emission vapor canister.According to the bulletin, when the subject vehicles are parked on an incline, with a full tank of gasoline, fuel can flow into the vapor canister.The remedy is to replace of the vapor canister, both rollover valve assembles, and the associated piping.In April 1998, ODI opened Service Query 98-005 to understand GM's rationale for issuance of a service bulletin on a matter that appeared to result in fuel leakage, an issue that is usually address by conducting a safety recall campaign.On November 10, 1998 the SQ was elevated to an Engineering Analysis (EA98-024) to investigate an alleged defect in the fuel tank rollover valve system in certain 1996 through 1997 Chevrolet Trucks and OMC Full Size 010-030 panel and passenger vans.
- Unintended release of the rear hatch
Gm reported that this tsb was originated after a plant engineer experienced the problem.this was a plant generated complaint. Odi has no consumer complaints.gm reported 6 from owners being puzzled by the hatch ajar lamp being illuminated.a safety related defect, nor a trend, has been identified at this time and…
Gm reported that this tsb was originated after a plant engineer experienced the problem.this was a plant generated complaint. Odi has no consumer complaints.gm reported 6 from owners being puzzled by the hatch ajar lamp being illuminated.a safety related defect, nor a trend, has been identified at this time and further use of the agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation IS closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
- Steering shaft separations
Coupling bolts, joining the steering shaft, may separate.in some cases, total unforeseen, loss of steering control may result.
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.
- 634815Some customers may comment on a harsh 1-2 upshift and the check engine light or service engine soon indicator IS illuminated and diagnostic trouble code p1870 set.
- 627839Information regarding harsh 1-2 upshift, service engine soon, malfunction indicator lamp, or cel illuminated, diagnostic trouble code p1870 set. (1996-2000 chevrolet and GMC light duty truck models)
- 617716Subject regarding repeat automatic transmission repairs on light duty trucks.
- 54332Experiencing engine noise.
- 54328Experiencing intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning.
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