Dt: contact states he has a diesel vehicle that loses power, and the motor shutsdown completely. This happened when the weather was warmer or raining. The service dealer stated the pmd needsed to be replaced, general motors will cover this component under the warranty, but contact cannot find a service dealer to do this work.
The worst 1996 Chevrolet C2500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes23
- Visibility9
- Seats5
- Transmission4
- Engine3
- Fuel system3
- Steering2
- Suspension2
- Tires2
- Airbags1
- Locks1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chevrolet C2500
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Chevrolet C2500 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1996 Chevrolet C2500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving vehicle lost power steering and hit a pole.
Brakes grab if vehicle has been sitting for a couple of days.*ak consumer states he feels as if he is going to go through the window.
While traveling 55mph on interstate heard a banging noise. Was able to pull over to the shoulder, and right rear tire tread separated from vehicle . Goodyear tires.
Windshield wipers fail to function sometimes. There is a recall on this problem, but vehicle is not included due to VIN. Contacted dealer, and nothing dealer can do .
Consumer was going 35 MPH down a 3 lane street he shifted his weight, and as a result seat broke away from floorboard. Seatback touched the back seat. Dealer is speaking with consumer, trying to fix problem.
The hazard flashers are inoperable on this vehicle. The servicing dealer has indicated that this is a somewhat common problem. The repair seems to involve the hazard flasher/turn signal switch which I understand is located inside the steering column. I have been told that the repair costs $200-$300. It seems to me that the hazard flashers a re an essential safety related component of the vehicle and should be repaired at no cost to the consumer.
While traveling at 35 MPH, coming off a ramp, tried to slow down for traffic and consumer rear ended vehicle in front due to brake failure. *ak
When driving in heavy downpour windshield wipers stopped working, causing poor driver's visibility. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Also, a recall for the same problem was issued. However, this vehicle not included due to VIN. *ak
Windshield wipers stop half way on the window. Wipers failed in rainstorm. Wiper control module was recalled, but consumer not notified of recall due to VIN. *ak.et.
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Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet C2500
Is the 1996 Chevrolet C2500 reliable?
Owners have filed 53 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet C2500, 2.9 times a typical C2500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Chevrolet C2500?
Brakes, with 23 complaints. Next is visibility (9).
How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet C2500 have?
No recalls on record.
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