Driving @ 60mp west bound 210frwy in southern california. Rear tire blew and upon looking at tire the tire "threw top tread" and separated.
The worst 1996 Chevrolet C Series problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Visibility4
- Airbags2
- Brakes2
- Engine2
- Transmission2
Problems by type
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- Visibility4
- Airbags2
- Brakes2
- Engine2
- Transmission2
- Electrical1
- Tires1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Chevrolet C Series 52
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The following information is provided to clearly explain Isuzu’s policy for control module (engine,...
- This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy...
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Effect of steering box limiter adjustment on turning radius and possibility of power steering system...
- Engine stall, no start, hard start condition
- Some customers and dealers may comment on accelerated uneven brake pad wear on some vehicle with...
- Subject regarding service diagnosis/recommendations for inoperative air conditioning systems
- Special policy adjustment for vehicles experiencing a failure of the electronic diesel fuel injection...
- Some customers and dealers may comment on accelerated uneven brake pad wear on F6-7 medium duty tilt cab...
- Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, especially after setting overnight
What 1996 Chevrolet C Series owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt: the consumer stated the air bag inadvertently deployed. The consumer was injured. *ak
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable obstructing the driver's view. Dealer notified.
The truck has been in for repairs today makes the 4th times to have the brakes fixed also the engine light has been coming on since the truck we purchased it has been in for repairs at least 6 times and the service engine still is on. Talked to the chevy co that said to miles on truck for them to do anything even though it started at 2899 miles. Case # co5800032 can you help in any way? Also, the engine lite still come on stating repair engine soon it has been looked 6 differents times and is still not fixed this also stared at 2899 miles. Just talked to the gm company that said the truck had to many miles on for thenm they to take any responsibiliy even thought the started the year the truck was bought.
There is a recall for this problem but I have two of these trucks and neither match the recall and told to fix it myself...I have to believe that this is a serious problem for other people with these trucks as well, the VIN number on the other is [xxx], it is a 1996 k series. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Vehicle experiencing a severe oil leakages. Dealer unable to locate the problem. They think it may be caused by the engine rear seal. Please feel free to provide any further details.
Consumer was traveling 20mph & driver's airbag deployed. Airbag embraced the consumer in the seat. Dealer doesn't have much to say about the problem. Vehicle was towed to the dealer.
Windshield wipers worked intermittently. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not coveredunder manufacturer's recall due to VIN.
Windshield wipers intermittently worked. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under manufacturer's recall due to VIN. Feel free to provide further details.
Vehicle been experiencing intermittent problem with brakes failing to stop vehicle properly whenever brakes were applied in an emergency situation. Dealer notified. *also, front bearing failed, causing damage to mounting bracket and wiring which resulted in a fire.
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Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet C Series
Is the 1996 Chevrolet C Series reliable?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet C Series, 5.5 times a typical C Series model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Chevrolet C Series?
Windows, wipers and visibility, with 4 complaints. Next is airbags (2).
How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet C Series have?
No recalls on record.
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