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1996 GMC G25 recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1996 GMC G25, covering 29,029 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakersReported September 26, 1996 · 20,689 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Water intrusion into the kick panel areas in front of both the driver and passenger doors can cause a corrosion path between the battery feed and the electrical ground.
Risk
This condition can cause an electrical short leading to ignition and combusion of the plastics in the electrical components of the vehicle resulting in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the 25 amp circuit breakers with 25 amp fuses in the fuse block; remove a temporary paper fuse-block cover; install a plastic shield over the fuse block; replace and reorient the power door lock relay (if equipped); inspect the remote keyless entry module (if equipped) for signs of corrosion, replace if corroded, and reorient it; and apply additional body sealer in key areas.

Recall number 96V186000 · Recall details

Steering: linkagesReported September 26, 1996 · 8,340 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The steering linkage assemby contains a relay rod tapered-stud attachment nut that was not torqued to proper specifications.
Risk
The tapered stud can loosen and the driver would notice a lag in the responsiveness to steering wheel inputs. Eventually the relay rod stud can fracture resulting loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the existing crimped nut and install a new nut torqued to specifications.

Recall number 96V187000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1996 GMC G25 recalls

How do I check if my 1996 GMC G25 has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC G25 have?

2, covering electrical system and steering.

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