The worst 1996 GMC K15 problems
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Recalls 1
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
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 GMC K15 2
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Questions about the 1996 GMC K15
Is the 1996 GMC K15 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1996 GMC K15.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 GMC K15?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1996 GMC K15 have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
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