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1996 Chevrolet Silverado problems

The most common problem on the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado is windows, wipers and visibility, typically around 89,000 miles. It has 1.5 times the complaints of a typical Silverado model year.

Typical year1.5x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
186
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
15
Worst area
Visibility

The worst 1996 Chevrolet Silverado problems

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

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Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado

Wipers 73No deployment 8Brake failure 8Fuel pump 6Stalling 6

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado 15

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

See all 15 bulletins for the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado

What 1996 Chevrolet Silverado owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 11, 2019 · Visibility · 200,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet silverado. While operating the vehicle, the windshield wipers operated intermittently without warning. The contact discovered the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v159000 (visibility/wiper). The contact took the vehicle to wittmeier chevrolet (2292 forest ave, chico, ca 95928, (530) 895-8181) and was informed that the parts for the recall repair were currently on backorder. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Jun 10, 2016 · 196,000 miles · WY

During a jump start ignition would not disengage even after I turned off, and removed key. Had to remover battery cable 2 times now

Filed Apr 16, 2007 · Visibility · CA

1996 chevy silverado customer states that the windshield wiper motor should be recalled because the motor might fail resulting in cracking solder joints on the controller circuit board customer wants to be reimbursed**cc the consumer stated he has documentation that his vehicle was included in the recall, however the dealer states his vehicle was not included.

Filed Jun 2, 2006 · Visibility · 80,000 miles · TX

Dt*: the contact stated the windshield wipers work intermittently. The manufacturer was alerted however no inspection has been made.

Filed May 9, 2006 · Fuel system · NN

Consumer chevrolet silrado pickup has had three injection pumps in 92000 miles. *ts ***ref 10157351***

Filed Apr 18, 2006 · Body · WA

Tailgate straps failure. Man was standing on tailgate preparing to jump down, and both straps snapped at the same time. There was no notice that the straps were worn or failing. Vehicle is used as show truck, not work truck, and is in excellent condition. Failure is as described in your recall 04e067000, the federal safety agency action ea04005 and gm defect notice 04v‑129, exception for pre 2000 vehicles.

Filed Mar 6, 2006 · Seats · 110,000 miles · TN

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 MPH while applying brake pressure the driver seat recliner failed causing the driver to be pushed up against the steering column. Although the dealership and manufacturer was contacted. Repairs were made by team chevrolet samarium, tennessee. The cost was $ 250.00. This failure almost resulted in a fatal clash. The vehicle ended up off highway in a ditch.

Filed Jan 5, 2006 · Brakes · 10,300 miles · MD

Metal hydraulic brake fluid line rusts, degrading to the leaking of fluid and total loss of braking ability. Metal line to be replaced with stainless-steel. Fuel line is in same condition, though not leaking fuel. Fuel line to be replaced with stainless steel.

Filed Oct 27, 2005 · Body · 13,131 miles · NC

On my 1996 silverado, the tailgate straps are starting to rust and break. I think that the recall should be extended because the recalled tailgate straps are put together the same was even if it is not the same model.

Filed Oct 17, 2005 · Brakes · 108,400 miles · NY

1996 chevy 4x4 truck (silverado) ABS engaging at low speeds on dry pavement. Very difficult stopping the vehicle when approaching a 4-way stop. Kids in the truck caused a very unnerving experience.

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Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado

Is the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?

Owners have filed 186 complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado, 1.5 times a typical Silverado model year.

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

Windows, wipers and visibility, with 74 complaints, typically around 89,000 miles. Next is brakes (31).

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado have?

No recalls on record.

What year does the Chevrolet Silverado have the most visibility problems?

The Chevrolet Silverado model years with the most visibility complaints are 1995 (149 complaints), 1994 (128 complaints) and 1996 (74 complaints).

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