Tl* the contact owns 1996 gmc topkick n/a equipped with geo tire line g300, size 11r22.5, serial number 10408b02016, dot qubetci1411. The contact stated the drivers side front tire sidewall wore prematurely the side wall was found split. The tire was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle VIN was not available. The tire failure mileage was 10,000.
The worst 1996 GMC Topkick problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Steering1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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- Steering1
- Tires1
Recalls 1
Parking brake: conventional
- What is wrong
- The auto-apply park brake (manual or auto application) does not always apply. If the park brake does not apply, the "service park brake" warning light will illuminate.
- Risk
- The driver may not notice the warning light and exits the vehicle. The vehicle could roll away increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the parking brake solenoid valve with one having a 12 volt coil and the original valve spring.
Recall number 96V120000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 GMC Topkick 4
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
- Clutch slipping/high pedal effort (install clutch kit)
- Diesel engine - engine low power in cold weather (replace primary fuel filter)
What 1996 GMC Topkick owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
This problem has happenned to another vehicle in my fleet that was covered under the 2 yr/200,000 mile warranty. Unfortunately, this truck isnt driven as hard and has exceeded the time limit on the warranty, however, the mileage is comparable with the other failure. I would think there would be other occurrences similar to mine.
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Questions about the 1996 GMC Topkick
Is the 1996 GMC Topkick reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1996 GMC Topkick, close to a typical Topkick model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 GMC Topkick?
Steering, with 1 complaint. Next is tires (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 GMC Topkick have?
1 recall, covering parking brake.
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