1996 Chevrolet K30 Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 1996 Chevrolet K30 problems

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Tires: beadReported July 1, 1996 · 5,773 vehicles affected

What is wrong: These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.
Risk: This damage to the tire reinforcing structure in the bead "toe" area causes a bulge in the sidewall after the tire is inflated. This condition will result in a slow air loss causing the tire to go flat. However, it is possible for the damage to result in a rapid air loss causing injuries to anyone if they were handling the tire when this occurred.
Remedy: Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.

Recall number 96V117000 · 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

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Is the 1996 Chevrolet K30 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet K30.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 Chevrolet K30?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet K30 have?

3 recalls, covering tires, suspension and vehicle speed control.

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