Tl*the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet g series. The contact stated that the side walls of all four (kelly tires- navigator gold (235/75/r15) were breaking apart. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the reason for the failure was a dry rot. The manufacturer was contacted who offered to prorate the tires. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 121,000.
The worst 1996 Chevrolet G Series problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes2
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
Problems by type
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- Brakes2
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
- Tires1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Fuel leak from vapor canister
There is no summary currently available
SQ98005
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Chevrolet G Series 60
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy...
- Special coverage (revised part information)
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- A no reverse, no second gear, or no fourth gear condition
- Rough idle after start, and/or a service engine soon (SES) light
- A failure of the electronic diesel fuel injection pump, leaking to complaints of poor performance or fuel...
- Special policy adjustment for vehicles experiencing a failure of the electronic diesel fuel injection...
- Some customers may experience a failure of the electronic diesel fuel injection pump
- Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, especially after setting overnight
- Some owners may experience a service engine soon light, misfire, rough idle orhard start due to a deposit...
What 1996 Chevrolet G Series owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt: the contact stated the upper hinge on the rear passenger side door broke. When the door was opened to place items into the van the hinge broke off. The arm set came apart from the bracket. Before consumer replaced the hinge of the door it would open and close with support. The vehicle is equipped with power door locks. The body shop stated this was a very common problem among this van, and the part to repair the door was on back order. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer to determine an estimate because it was not under warranty. The door has not been repaired yet. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and they stated it was not a recognized defect within the vehicle.
Consumer states that driver's seat broke, causing consumer to be in the rear seats. Dealer notified.
While driving 35mph started depressing brake pedal. Pedal went to floor. Vehicle failed to stop. Rearended another vehicle. Entire front brakes replaced prior to accident. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy.
Vehicle was in crash, resulting from lack of braking ability. When the brakes were applied, the pedal went to the floor and the vehicle did not stop. Dealer put new brake drums in. Problem still exists.
Seat belt guide mounted too high, preventing belt from retracting properly.
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Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet G Series
Is the 1996 Chevrolet G Series reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet G Series, close to a typical G Series model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Chevrolet G Series?
Brakes, with 2 complaints. Next is airbags (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet G Series have?
No recalls on record.
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