Recall #97v037000, when contacting dealer to schedule an appointment for recall work, dealer stated that the recall was rescinded. Dealer waiting to hear from manufacturer, son's finger was cut by mechanism. Vehicle was finally fixed on 04/30/97.
The worst 1996 GMC C15 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Seats3
- Brakes1
Problems by type
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- Seats3
- Brakes1
Recalls 5
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: crew cab pickup trucks. The front, inner corner of the fuel tank can contact the body sill either intermittently or constantly. This movement can cause a discernible noise and, over time, can wear a hole in or crack the fuel tank at point of contact.
- Risk
- This condition can result in fuel leakage and a distinct fuel odor if the tank were filled above the level of the hole or crack. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tank for wear and, either install a spacer between the fuel tank and the front crossmember, or if necessary, replace the fuel tank.
Recall number 98V187000 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.
- Risk
- This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.
Recall number 97V037000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
- 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 control
- 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
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Certain trucks have fuel rail assemblies with an improperly crimped end retainer clip that results in a fuel leak.
- Risk
- If fuel leakage occurs and an ignition source is present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel rail assembly and replace any fuel rail assembly with a julian date code of 95318 through 95338.
Recall number 95V243000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 GMC C15 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1996 GMC C15 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Owner states while driving driver's side seatback will fall. Owner notes that dealres keep repairing problem with the same parts, but problem returns.
The dealer cannot repair the vehicle because the recall needs a new remedy. Please describe details.
When braking, vehicle pulls to the right which causes a loss of control of vehicle.
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Questions about the 1996 GMC C15
Is the 1996 GMC C15 reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1996 GMC C15, fewer than a typical C15 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 GMC C15?
Seats, with 3 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 GMC C15 have?
5 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, seats and suspension.
Was there a recall on the 1996 GMC C15 seats?
Yes, 1 recall: 97V037000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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