Rear u-clamp that holds rear axle to body failed.
The worst 1996 Chevrolet Sonoma problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission1
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- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Abs braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v‑193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
EA94038
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Chevrolet Sonoma 8
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...
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Paint code unknown for front bumper and wheel flare
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with a P0300 set and a misfire
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with a P0300 set and a misfire
- Customers may comment that the seat recliner handle is stripped
- Some customers may comment that the heater is inoperative, blows cold air, engine may exhibit an overheat...
- Conditions with heater inoperative, blows cold air, engine overheats, and rust in the coolant system
What 1996 Chevrolet Sonoma owners say
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Questions about the 1996 Chevrolet Sonoma
Is the 1996 Chevrolet Sonoma reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1996 Chevrolet Sonoma, fewer than a typical Sonoma model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Chevrolet Sonoma?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet Sonoma have?
No recalls on record.
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