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1996 Chevrolet C10 recalls

There are 6 safety recalls on record for the 1996 Chevrolet C10, covering 2,633,835 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported August 10, 1998 · 55,272 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: crew cab pickup trucks. The front, inner corner of the fuel tank can contact the body sill either intermittently or constantly. This movement can cause a discernible noise and, over time, can wear a hole in or crack the fuel tank at point of contact.
Risk
This condition can result in fuel leakage and a distinct fuel odor if the tank were filled above the level of the hole or crack. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank for wear and, either install a spacer between the fuel tank and the front crossmember, or if necessary, replace the fuel tank.

Recall number 98V187000 · Recall details

Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported July 1, 1998 · 1,557,585 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Risk
This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.

Recall number 98V150001 · Recall details

SeatsReported March 7, 1997 · 624,433 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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
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.

Recall number 97V037000 · Recall details

Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axleReported May 7, 1996 · 16,918 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The four u-bolts nuts on either side of the rear axle were under-torqued.
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.

Recall number 96V082000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported April 4, 1996 · 379,004 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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
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.

Recall number 96V057000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported December 28, 1995 · 623 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain trucks have fuel rail assemblies with an improperly crimped end retainer clip that results in a fuel leak.
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.

Recall number 95V243000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet C10 recalls

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No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet C10 have?

6, covering fuel system, gasoline, visibility and seats.

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