CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Chevrolet G30 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5 reports).
1996 Chevrolet G30 recalls
Most common 1996 Chevrolet G30 problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH A LOUD BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO REPAIR SHOP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT DRIVER'S SIDE LEAF SPRING BROKE. THE MECHANIC SHOP EXPLAINED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE REPAIR SHOP WAS UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER DROVE VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT U BOLT CAME LOOSE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
WHEN BRAKING IN A PANIC/SUDDEN STOP OR SOMETIMS IN NORMAL BRAKING, BOTH REAR WHEELS LOCK UP INTERMITTENTLLY. VEHICLE BEEN TO DEALER'S SHOP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, AND UNABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
DESCENDING 11-13% GRADE, GEAR DOWN 1 BELOW DRIVE, FIRE OCCURRED IN BOTH FRONT WHEEL WELLS DUE TO FAILURE OF MATERIAL USED IN CONSTRUCTION OF ABS SENSOR HOLDER (BAKELITE-LIKE) , KNOWN POTENTIAL HOT AREA SHOULD BE MADE OF FIRE PROOF MATERIAL. *AK
ABS SYSTEM NOT WORKING; BRAKES EITHER LOCK WHEELS, OR FAIL COMPLETELY
WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES ON A TAR SURFACE VEHICLE WILL NOT STOP. OWNER HAS TO STAND ON BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO STOP OR REAPPLY THE VEHICLE'S BRAKES. DEALER SAID IT'S NORMAL. *AK
1996 Chevrolet G30 questions
Does the 1996 Chevrolet G30 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1996 Chevrolet G30: Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers; Steering:Linkages; Tires:Bead; Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:U-Bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet G30?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5), Suspension (2), Steering (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Chevrolet G30 has been fixed?
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