CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Chevrolet C/K Pickups has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (6 reports).
1996 Chevrolet C/K Pickups recalls
Most common 1996 Chevrolet C/K Pickups problems
Problem areas named in the 22 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
FAILURE OF BRAKE LINES ON 1996 CHEVY TRUCK. *TR
1996 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EXTENDED CAB Z71 1500 PICKUP TRUCK. TRUCK HAS NO RUST PROTECTION ON THE FRAME OR BRAKE LINES WHICH CAUSE RUST THROUGH OF THE BRAKE LINES AND THE ULTIMATE FAILURE OF THE FRAME ITSELF. *TR
I HAVE A 1996 CHEVY PICKUP. THE WIPERS KEPT ON TURNING OFF WHEN RAINING. I HAVE TALKED TO MY LOCAL CHEVY DEALER IF THERE WAS A RECALL AS WELL CHEVY COMPANY AND THE BOTH SAID NO. I HAVE SEEN RECALLS ON THIS COMPLAINT ON OTHER VEHICLES (CHEVY P/U) ON THE SAME YEAR. BUT MY VIN DOESN'T HAVE A RECALL. WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CONTROLLER CIRCUIT BOARD. WHEN I WAS COMING IN TO WORK THIS MORNING AT 0430 IN THE RAIN THE WIPER TURNED OFF AND WOULD COME BACK ON. *TR
BRAKES DEFECTIVE, FRONT CROSSOVER BRAKE LINE UNDER TRANSMISSION SUPPORT BURST. UPON EXAMINATION OF BRAKE SYSTEM, ALL BRAKE LINES AND BRAKE HOSES REPLACED, DUE TO CORROSION, FRONT ROTORS AND PADS REPLACED, REAR DRUMS AND LININGS REPLACED, WITH NEW BRAKE HARDWARE AS WELL, AND REAR BRAKE WHEEL CYLINDERS. BRAKES BLED ACCORDING TO PROCEDURE, BUT PEDAL STILL SPONGY. BRAKES BLED TWO MORE TIMES WITH NO IMPROVEMENT IN SPONGINESS. BRAKES HAVE TIME DELAY BETWEEN STEPPING ON PEDAL AND ACTIVATION OF BRAKES. BRAKES ARE INADEQUATE FOR EMPTY TRUCK. CARRYING LOAD ON TRUCK OR PULLING TRAILER IS JUST PLAIN SCARY AND DANGEROUS, AS BRAKES DO NOT STOP TRUCK. ANTILOCK SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK. PUTTING ALL MY WEIGHT, 2
WAS SITTING ON THE TAILGATE,WENT TO GET UP, TAILGATE CABLES SNAPPED. I FELL OFF WITH PAIN TO MY LEGS(I HAVE BAD KNEES), AND THE EXTERIOR OF THE TAILGATE WAS DAMAGED BY THE IMPACT WITH THE BUMPER. *NM
1996 Chevrolet C/K Pickups questions
Does the 1996 Chevrolet C/K Pickups have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 Chevrolet C/K Pickups: Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet C/K Pickups?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (6), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4), Fuel System, Gasoline (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Chevrolet C/K Pickups has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.