CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Chevrolet K10 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2 reports).
1996 Chevrolet K10 recalls
Most common 1996 Chevrolet K10 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
MY WIFE HAD HER TIRE SEPARATED AT 60 MPH. I HAD CHECKED THE PRESSURE (40 PSI) 2 HOURS BEFORE THE INCIDENT. IT NEVER HAD PRESSURE LOSSES WITH THIS TIRE OR THE SET. THE OUTER SIDEWALL COMPLETELY SEPARATED, THE INNER SIDE HALF DIAMETER WAS ALSO SEPARATED. THE TIRE WAS A FIRESTONE WILDERNESS LE P265/70R16 DOT 8X72 WL2 3501, WHICH IS 2 YEARS OLD, AND HAS 25,000 MILES ON RIGHT REAR. *LA
VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED IN GARAGE. UNKNOWN ORIGIN OTHER THAN SOMETHING ELECTRICAL LIKELY SHORTED AND STARTED FIRE. VEHICLE COMPLETELY GUTTED, ONLY METAL REMAINS. ALL OTHER PARTS BURNED/MELTED. FIRE DETECTED AT 12:30 AM ON 4/14/01 BUT LIKELY STARTED EARLIER. PROPERTY DAMAGE ALSO TO GARAGE/$19K DAMAGE VALUE IS ONLY FOR VEHICLE/$$ VALUE OF OTHER DAMAGE STILL UNDETERMINED.*AK
NO SUMMARY
THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICED FOR A RECALL ON A RECLINING SEAT AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK
VEHICLE IDLES HIGH.
1996 Chevrolet K10 questions
Does the 1996 Chevrolet K10 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1996 Chevrolet K10: Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:U-Bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet K10?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Tires (2), Air Bags (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Chevrolet K10 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.