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1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup problems

The most common problem on the 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup is engine and cooling. Its complaint count is close to a typical S10 Pickup model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
16
Worst area
Engine

The worst 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    2
  • Brakes
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    2
  • Brakes
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 16

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 9, 2018 · Engine · 210,000 miles · CA

My truck is not running at all for the moment.

Filed Mar 12, 2010 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet s-10 pickup. While driving at speeds of 5 MPH, the brakes failed. The contact had the brakes repaired by an independent mechanic and was advised that the failure was due to crystallization of the brakes. The contact stated that the brakes failed five times. The current mileage was 135,574 and the failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Sep 14, 2007 · Visibility · 12,000 miles · TN

Recall on wiper motor on 1996 chevrolet s-10 pickup was done in the early 90's. Whenever it rains now, wipers don't turn off right away. I had the same problem before I had recall done, and was ok until just recently.

Filed Jul 8, 2007 · Locks · CA

Tailgate cable left side broke.

Filed Feb 10, 2007 · Engine · IN

I bought my truck new. I have had the timing chain replaced once, and have to have it replaced again. It has been parked for the last year. I have been told on several occasions that this should not of happened. This truck is 11 yrs old but has less then 75000 miles.

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Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup

Is the 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup reliable?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, close to a typical S10 Pickup model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup?

Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is brakes (1).

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup have?

No recalls on record.

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