1996 Chevrolet K20
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1996 Chevrolet K20. Newest first.
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.
Owner complaints
2 complaints1 involved a crash
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Latest complaints
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
The brakes on this vehicle in my opinion do not work properly. I have numerous incidents where the truck fails to stop in a timely fashion or distance. One of these incidents has resulted in an accident where I rear ended a vehicle soon after I bought the truck. I have complained to the dealer…
The brakes on this vehicle in my opinion do not work properly. I have numerous incidents where the truck fails to stop in a timely fashion or distance. One of these incidents has resulted in an accident where I rear ended a vehicle soon after I bought the truck. I have complained to the dealer and brought the truck to independent mechanics seeking resolution. the latest of these incidents occurred with my family in the truck and a car backed out and stopped forcing me to use two feet on the brake to try to stop the vehicle, if the car had not moved I would have definitely hit him. I believe this vehicle IS unsafe . I have said as much in a satisfaction questionare to chevy and asked for a written response and have never received one. I am dismayed to not find my vehicle in the recall of gm vehicles. I am concerned for my safety and that of those around me when I am operating this vehicle. I hope the problem with this truck IS resolved before someone IS hurt. *Ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Intermittent failure of the windshiels wipers. Generally happens in a rain storm and affects visibility.
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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