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1996 GMC C3500 problems

The most common problem on the 1996 GMC C3500 is engine and cooling. It has fewer complaints than a typical C3500 model year.

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Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
4
Worst area
Engine

The worst 1996 GMC C3500 problems

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

  • Engine
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1996 GMC C3500 4

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

What 1996 GMC C3500 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 21, 2000 · Engine · MO

While traveling vehicle would stall without indication. Please provide further infortmaton.

Filed Mar 1, 1999 · Visibility · AZ

The windshield wiper motor malfunctioned, causing visual difficulty which may result in an accident. There is a recall for the gmc 1996, but this vehicle is not included in the recall. Please provide further information.

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Questions about the 1996 GMC C3500

Is the 1996 GMC C3500 reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1996 GMC C3500, fewer than a typical C3500 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 GMC C3500?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is visibility (1).

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC C3500 have?

No recalls on record.

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